Business Service Manager-Statesboro Headquarters

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Job Opening

Position available: Business Services Manager

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Salary: $65,000+, Commensurate with Experience

Typical Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday - 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

This packet includes: Job Description

Employment Application

Employee Benefits

Position Location: 124 South Main Street

Statesboro, GA 30458

Current employees of Statesboro Regional Public Libraries are welcome to apply.

Applications must include: Cover Letter

Resume

Completed Application Form

Information about the Library System can be found at http://strl.info

Mail or email application to:

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Attn: Hiring Committee

124 South Main Street

Statesboro, GA 30458

SearchBS@strl.info

Application Deadline: Open until filled. Start date will be finalized in offer letter.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries requires a criminal background check whenever a job offer has

been made and accepted by an individual. This documentation must be on file prior to employment.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Position Description

Position Title: Business Services Manager

Classification: FLSA exempt, Full time

Reports to: Regional Library Director

Overall Responsibility

The Business Services Manager is responsible for all accounting, payroll, and personnel functions of the

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries. This employee works with the Regional Library Director, Library

Managers, and Board Members in the preparation of budgets and financial reports. This individual

plans, organizes, and supervises all aspects of business services for the library system.

Essential Position Functions

 Records all accounting adjustments monthly and at year-end.

 Prepares and maintains the library system’s financial reports and budget documents

 Prepares, analyzes and reports to all library boards a full accounting of library funds

 Prepares reports (financial and other) as requested by library management

 Oversees the operation and maintenance of the financial accounting system

 Designs and monitors accounting processes for all libraries in our Regional library system

 Monitors all financial aspects of purchasing, receiving, supply and inventory operations

 Manages all investments while maintaining adequate operating cash reserves

 Prepares financial information for Georgia Public Library Services Annual Report and Renewal
for State Aid

 Prepares and maintains all State Grant Budget reports

 Prepares information for the Agreed Upon Procedures per Georgia Public Library Services
requirements.

 Maintains employee personnel records and oversees all employee benefit programs

 Prepares all monthly/quarterly/annual state and federal payroll tax reports and other required
reports

 Communicates with library funding agencies as required

 Prepares communications to staff concerning employee benefit updates

 Maintains all general fixed assets records per Library policy

 Coordinates the library system’s property, liability and fiduciary insurance

 Supervises, trains, and evaluates Business Services staff

 Assists with the development and review of personnel and other policies

 Assists Regional Library Director in preparing specifications and bidding documents, reviews
formal bids, and makes recommendations to the Library Boards for purchases/contacts as

necessary

 Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

 Bachelor’s degree in accounting

 Strong governmental (fund) accounting background with five or more years of progressively
responsible accounting and budgeting experience

 Supervisory experience

 Obtain and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License and maintain a Motor Vehicle Report that
is within the guidelines of the Library’s Insurance carrier

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, governmental accounting practices,
financial planning and record keeping, public finance, procurement procedures, budget

development and administration

 Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Programs

 Ability to maintain confidentiality

 Ability to use tact and diplomacy in working with staff, vendors and the public

 Ability to solve problems, exercise discretion, make sound independent judgments, handle job
related stress, demonstrate initiative, and employ basic supervisory methods including work

delegation and constructive criticism

 Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy with numbers, and excellent written and verbal
communication skills

 Ability to increase knowledge and skills through continuing education and staff development
training.

Preferred Qualifications

 Master’s degree in business or related field

 Knowledge of MIP accounting software

 Knowledge of library operations

 Knowledge of current State of Georgia Employee Benefit Plans

 Knowledge of labor laws

Physical Skills

 Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, daily

 Ability to lift and move up to forty (40) pounds and push one hundred (100) pounds,
occasionally

 Ability to work weekends and nights as job requires

Training, Supervision, and Evaluation

The Business Services Manager has the latitude and the responsibility to exercise independent

professional judgment within the scope of the library policy. The Business Services Manager is

responsive to directions given by Library Management. Formal evaluation and review of the Business

Services Manager’s performance is provided by the Regional Library Director.

Working Conditions

 Majority of work performed in general office and library environment

 Requires availability for extended hours as needed

 Requires evenings and/or weekends

 Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions

associated with this position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of the

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a

qualifying disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

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Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

124 S Main Street

Statesboro, GA 30458

Employment Application

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis

including race, color, age, sex, religion, disability or national origin. Consistent with the Americans Disabilities

Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. We are a Drug

Free Workplace and participate in E-Verify.

Date: ______________________

Personal Information

Last Name: _________________________ First: ___________________ Middle: _________________

Physical Address: _____________________________________________________________________

City: _________________________ State: _____________________ Zip Code: __________________

Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________________________

City: _________________________ State: ______________________Zip Code: _________________

Phone Number(s): ____________________________________________________________________

Email Address: ______________________________________________________________________

Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?

NO____ YES____ If yes, Date _____________ City___________________ State____
The Statesboro Regional Public Libraries realizes that convictions may have no reasonable relationship to the functions or

responsibilities of the job in question. For this reason a conviction record will not necessarily be a bar to employment.

Factors such as age and time of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation and rehabilitation will be taken into

account. Failure to disclose criminal convictions will disqualify an applicant. If a job offer is made all potential employees
must agree to a background check.
____________________________________________________________________________________

Are you aware of any reason that you cannot perform essential functions of the job with or without

reasonable accommodations? (A copy of the job description is attached) NO _____ YES _____

(If yes, please explain)

___________________________________________________________________________________

Are you legally eligible for employment in the U.S.? NO _____ YES _____

Federal Law requires new employees to supply documents proving their employment authorization by the third

day of employment. A photo ID is required. Statesboro Regional Public Libraries participates in E-Verify.

Employment Desired

Position: ____________________________________________________________________________

Date you can start: ______________________ Salary desired: _________________________________

Are you employed now? Yes ____ No____

If yes, may we inquire of your employer? Yes ____ No____

Have you ever applied to this Library before? Yes ____ No____

If yes, when? ____________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Education

High School: __________________________________ Degree Conferred____________________

College Attended: ______________________________ Degree Conferred____________________

College Attended: ______________________________ Degree Conferred____________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Former Employers

List your last three employers, beginning with the most recent one first.

Date (month/year)

From _____________ To _______________ Salary _____________ Position ____________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

Name and Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Date (month/year)

From _____________ To _______________ Salary _____________ Position ____________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

Name and Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Date (month/year)

From _____________ To _______________ Salary _____________ Position ____________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

Name and Address of Employer ______________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________

References – (Work related references preferred)

Name __________________________ Position ____________________ Years Acquainted _________

Email ____________________________________________________ Telephone ______________

Name __________________________ Position ____________________ Years Acquainted _________

Email ____________________________________________________ Telephone ______________

Name __________________________ Position ____________________ Years Acquainted _________

Email ____________________________________________________ Telephone _______________

Applicant’s Statement

I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and authorize investigation of
all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment
decision.

I understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with
this organization is of an “at will” nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer
may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment
relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically
acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s)
may result in discharge. I also understand that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer.

I understand that I am required to provide documents verifying my employment authorization by the third day of employment.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries requires a criminal background check whenever a job offer has been made
and accepted by an individual. This documentation must be on file prior to employment.

I understand that Statesboro Regional Public Libraries is a Drug Free Workplace and participates in E-Verify.

Signature of Applicant _____________________________________________ Date ___________________

Please submit application to: Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Attn: Hiring Committee

124 S Main St

Statesboro, GA 30458

Email: SearchBS@strl.info

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Employee Benefits

TEACHER RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF GEORGIA (TRS)

This is the mandatory retirement program for library employees who work 20 hours per week or more.

Limited exceptions apply. In FY 2026 employees contribute 6.00% of their gross salary each pay period.

The current employer match is 21.91%.

For information on TRS, please visit www.trsga.com

Please note that employees who are enrolled in TRS do not also participate in Social Security.

SOCIAL SECURITY

This is a mandatory deduction for temporary employees and those who work fewer than 20 hours per

week. The 2026 employee deduction is 6.2% of the employee’s gross salary.

STATE HEALTH BENEFIT PLAN

State Health insurance is available to permanent library employees who are hired to work 30 hours per

week or more. Participation is not mandatory. New employee coverage begins on the first day of the

month following the first full month of employment.

For more information, please visit the State Health Benefit Plan website at:

https://shbp.georgia.gov/plan-options-programs

FLEXIBLE BENEFITS

Under a program administered by the Georgia Department of Administrative Services, eligible

employees may choose from a range of optional benefits, including Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long

and Short Term Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Statesboro Regional Public Libraries does

not match or pay any of the cost of Flexible Benefits. For more information:

https://team.georgia.gov/my-benefits/

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Kepro Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees and their immediate family

members and provides 24-hour, 7 days per week counseling. Available services include assessment and

referral resources, crisis management support, and legal and financial assistance resources. This program

is offered at no cost to the employee.