Circulation Manager

The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for the fulltime Circulation Manager position with the Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library. This position performs professional library tasks requiring knowledge and expertise in library service, especially in areas of leadership, management, and circulation. The Circulation Manager will plan and organize the proper functioning of the circulation department. This position will respond to staff calls for assistance, troubleshoot and solve hardware and software issues, and maintain the librarys Integrated Library System (ILS) system. This position is part of the library administrative team.

The salary range is$75,229 – $100,961 annuallywith starting pay up to midpoint with commensurate experience and qualifications.

The City of Ankeny offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Vacation and Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health/Dental/Life/LTD Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Programs
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefit
Defined Benefits Pension Plan Through IPERS
Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary Insurance Benefit Options
Longevity Pay
Deadline to apply is Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 5:00 pm. Interested candidates should apply online and attach a cover letter, a resume,anddocument containing answers to all the supplemental questions. Pre-employment drug screenand background check required. Please apply online at
www.AnkenyIowa.gov/jobs

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Oversees and manages the circulation department, including the hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and evaluations of part-time staff.
Assumes the responsibility for the administration, support, and staff training of the ILS (Polaris), online catalog,Envisionware self-checkout system, and automated materials handler (AMH) system.
Supports the Library Director in the planning, evaluation, development, and implementation of the strategic plan, budget, policies, and procedures as part of the administrative team.
Helps to maintain the librarys website and provides support for programming, marketing, and outreach efforts.
Responsible for the management, training, and supervision of the library volunteer program.
Understands and is able to perform all jobs related to the circulation department.
Provides desk coverage as needed.
Maintains statistics on circulation activity and delivers monthly circulation report to the Library Director.
Participates in continuing education programs related to the position and library services to provide best customer service.
Oversees notices for overdue, lost, and damaged materials.
Assists in enforcing library policies and procedures.
Interacts with customers and staff in a courteous and professional manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Entry Requirements and Skills
Graduation with a masters degree from an accredited college or university, in Library Science (MLS), business administration (MBA), public administration (MPA), education (M.Ed.) or related field.
A minimum of three to five (3-5) years of supervisory/management experience. Familiarity with programming preferred.
Must obtain and maintain State of Iowa Public Librarian Certification within six (6) months of hire.
Ability to work collaboratively with others in a rapidly-changing environment.
Intermediate computer skills required, especially in regard to working with ILS systems and automated materials handler.
Skill in written and verbal communication, including the ability to instruct others.
Familiarity with web design.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, both on the telephone and in person.
Hearing: Receiving detailed information through oral communication, both on the telephone and in person.
Standing: With some freedom to alternate between standing and sitting posture, as needed.
Walking: Not for long distances or with greater than low average to average speed, except in emergencies.
Sitting: With some freedom to alternate between sitting and standing.
Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position

Working Conditions
Works in public office environment.
Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.