Montgomery City County Personnel

A09

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to manage a system-wide library function such as media services, youth services, and reference services. The work responsibilities of this classification may include: serving patrons and the public using library materials and computers; serving as a system-wide expert in areas such as reference, media, and youth services using library materials and computers; managing a collection using library materials, computer, and order forms; supervising two or more employees using schedules, leave slips, evaluation forms, and job descriptions; creating and implementing programs and events for the library system including book clubs, adult and teen programs, children’s story hour, etc.; completing special projects and assignments as directed by the management staff; and performing a variety of miscellaneous duties related to library management and administration. The Librarian III classification differs from the Librarian II classification in that the IIIs function as a branch or department manager.  The department head differs from the branch head in that department heads are versed in a specialty area and branch heads provide more generalized services.  The Librarian III classification is typically supervised by a Librarian IV or the Assistant Library Director.

Master's degree in librarianship from a program accredited by the American Library Association and two (2) years of professional level library experience in a specialized area such as children’s services, media services, reference, or circulation and six (6) months of experience leading other employees.