Library Manager - Springfield

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Job Opening

Position available: Library Manager – Springfield Library

40 hours per week

Salary: $53,000.00

Typical Work Schedule: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm - Monday – Friday

Saturdays as needed

This packet includes: Job Description

Employment Application

Employee Benefits

Library service hours:

Monday – Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Library Location: 810 GA-119, Springfield, GA 31329

Applications must include: Cover Letter

Resume

Completed Application Form

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

Email or Mail application to:

SearchEffingham@strl.info

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Attn: Director

124 South Main Street

Statesboro, GA 30458

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: Library Manager

Classification: FLSA exempt, 40 hrs/week

Reports to: Regional Library Director

Overall Responsibility

The Library Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation and supervision of the county library,

including the management and supervision of local staff.

Essential Position Functions

 Meets and serves the library's user community.

 Supervises staff, including hiring, evaluating, training, and taking correction action.

 Works in collaboration with the Regional Library Director and other Regional staff to develop and

implement strategic plans supporting library services, to include collection development and

management, community outreach, programming, and training.

 Prepares daily and monthly statistical reports, and any other administrative documents needed for

effective library operations.

 Promotes library programs and services, with the assistance of Regional and local staff.

 Provides direct library user service, including policy explanation, complaint resolution, problem solving

and other PINES-related circulation procedures.

 Plans, prioritizes, and recommends supplies and equipment purchases.

 Assists the Regional Technology Coordinator with evaluation of new technology and products.

 Administers and communicates Regional and local policies, procedures, and processes.

 Participates in local and Regional staff training events.

 Monitors and manages the care and maintenance of the library’s building and grounds.

 Assists the Regional Library Director with the execution of Major Repair and Renovation (MRR) grants

and other library-related contracts with vendors.

 Addresses library safety and access issues.

 Serves as liaison with local government, community agencies, schools, Friends of the Library, and

others to provide information on available library resources, programs, and services.

 Represents library at meetings with Board and Friends of the Library, community festivals, school

functions, and other related events.

 Prepares staff schedules, and coordinates the work assignments and activities of supervised staff.

 Assists library users on the public library computers.

 Performs other duties as assigned and required by the needs of the organization.

Required Qualifications

Education, Training and/or Experience

 High School Diploma

 Agree to submit to a background check and have results that meet the expectations of the employer.

 Knowledge of computers, current information technologies, social networking, the Internet, database
search capabilities and commercially available library software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 Outstanding human relations and written and oral communications skills.

 Ability to work with a diverse population.

 Ability to think analytically and to develop new or revised systems, procedures, and work flow.

 Ability to explain procedures and policies using documentation, training, and customer service support
to staff and library users.

 Ability to accurately record daily cash receipts and weekly bank deposits.

 Ability to prepare reports and present ideas clearly and concisely in written and oral form.

 Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors,
volunteers, other community agencies and library users.

 Ability to work independently and deal responsibly with confidential records and matters.

 Demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources.

 Ability to creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.

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

 Flexibility: ability to return to interrupted tasks and prioritize needs, duties, and activities.

 Able to follow established policies and procedures.

 Ability to set goals and meet deadlines.

 Ability to meet the work schedule of the job.

 Obtain and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License.

 Access to a reliable means of personal transportation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 College Degree

 Management experience

 Customer Service and/or Library experience

 Experience with PINES

PHYSICAL SKILLS

 Ability to sit or stand 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 travel.

TRAINING, SUPERVISION, AND EVALUATION

The Library Manager is supervised and evaluated by the Regional Library Director.

WORKING CONDITIONS

 Majority of work performed in general office and library environment

 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.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

124 South 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 _________________

Mailing Address _________________________________________________________________________

City _______________________________ State ____________________ Zip Code __________________

Physical Address (if different) ______________________________________________________________

City _______________________________ State ____________________ Zip Code __________________

Phone Number(s): _____________________________________________________________________

E-mail Address: _______________________________________________________________________

Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?

Yes ___ No___ 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 a Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) retiree? Yes ___ No___

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) Yes ___ No___

If yes, please explain __________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Are you legally eligible for employment in the U.S.? Yes ___ No___

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

employment. A photo ID will be 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 contact 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.

1. Name & Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

Start Date (month/year) _____________ End Date (month/year) _______________

Salary _____________ Position _________________________________________________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

2. Name & Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

Start Date (month/year) _____________ End Date (month/year) _______________

Salary _____________ Position _________________________________________________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

3. Name & Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

Start Date (month/year) _____________ End Date (month/year) _______________

Salary _____________ Position _________________________________________________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

References – (Work related references preferred)

1. Name _______________________________________________________________________________

How Acquainted _________________________________________________ Years Acquainted ______

Phone ______________________Email ____________________________________________________

2. Name _______________________________________________________________________________

How Acquainted _________________________________________________ Years Acquainted ______

Phone ______________________Email ____________________________________________________

3. Name _______________________________________________________________________________

How Acquainted _________________________________________________ Years Acquainted ______

Phone ______________________Email ____________________________________________________

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 ________________

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Employee Benefits

Teachers 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.