Circulation and Reserves Manager

McDaniel College, is a four-year, independent college of the liberal arts and sciences offering over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. One of the original “Colleges That Change Lives,” McDaniel emphasizes experiential learning and student-faculty collaboration to develop the unique potential in every student. Represented by the Green Terror, over 20 athletic teams compete in the NCAA Division III Centennial Conference. A student-centered community of 1,600 undergraduates and 1,400 graduate students offers access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C., plus a European campus in Budapest, Hungary.

McDaniel College’s Hoover Library invites applications for a Circulation and Reserves Manager. At McDaniel College, we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403(b) retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid parental leave. Visit the college guidebook for more details. 

This position has a budgeted hiring rate of $45,000 - $47,000. The position is classified as A2. The A2 salary band for all full-time, 12-month positions at the college with this classification have a minimum rate of $43,880 and a maximum rate of $63,187.20. For benefit purposes only, the workweek is estimated to be 35 hours per week. The actual schedule for exempt positions may vary based on the workload and responsibilities assigned.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Hoover Library, the Circulation and Reserves Manager manages a workforce of 20 or more part-time student and temporary employees, manages user accounts to levy and collect lost items fees in conjunction with the Bursar’s Office, and provides project management and assistance to the Associate Director. This position works Sunday–Thursday, 11am–7pm during the academic year and weekday daylight hours during the summer.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Supervising student and temporary employees hired to work circulation services.
• Managing day-to-day circulation operations including shelf reading and inventory.
• Managing patron accounts.
• Overseeing the processing, organization, and maintenance of the library’s course reserves.
• Providing instruction on use of circulation functions of the catalog and patron accounts.
• Participating in professional organizations and continuing education.
• Participating as a member of the library staff to advance the mission and goals of Hoover Library. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Computer proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office and database systems required.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. 
• Attention to detail, leadership and training skills, ability to interact successfully with the college community, general public and co-workers.
• Strong commitment to providing the highest quality service
• Provide occasional backup weekend or evening coverage as needed.

To apply

For a complete job description including essential responsibilities and to apply, please visit the college’s employment webpage. Completed applications must include a cover letter addressing position qualifications and related experience, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will be open until filled.

McDaniel College is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the student body. McDaniel College, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, and employment of students, faculty, and staff in the operation of any of its educational programs and activities. McDaniel College will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on basis of any protected status including protective hairstyle, race, religion, color, ancestry or national origin, disability, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military status, genetic information, marital status, veteran’s status, or any other actual or perceived legally protected characteristics.