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Position Summary

The Extension Services Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the library’s Bookmobile program, managing staff, coordinating routes and schedules, and ensuring the delivery of highquality library services to the community. This role has a strong outreach focus, with primary responsibility for developing and implementing a school visit program and expanding deposit collection services to daycares and other facilities. The Extension Services Manager works closely with the Outreach and PR Coordinator and serves as a visible, community-facing representative of the library.
 

Key Responsibilities

Bookmobile Operations

• Plan, coordinate, and manage the Bookmobile’s daily and weekly schedule, including route development and stop planning
• Ensure the Bookmobile is properly prepared, stocked, and maintained for each service day
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vehicle maintenance coordination; report issues, track mileage logs, and liaise with fleet or facilities staff as needed
• Manage Bookmobile supplies and program materials; monitor and track expenditures within an assigned budget
• Maintain accurate usage, circulation, and service statistics; prepare reports as required
• Register new library cardholders and provide full library services in the field
• Handle patron concerns and service issues independently, escalating as appropriate
• Operate the Bookmobile as needed; ability to drive preferred but not required

Staff Supervision

• Supervise Bookmobile staff, including assigning work, providing training, and evaluating performance
• Make personnel recommendations and address performance issues in coordination with administration
• Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment consistent with the library’s service values

Collection Development

• Maintain and organize Bookmobile materials, including weeding and coordinating new items with library staff performance
• Request and coordinate new acquisitions appropriate to the communities and facilities served
• Manage the selection and rotation of deposit collection materials at daycares, senior facilities, and other sites

School Outreach Program

• Develop and implement a Bookmobile school visit program, building relationships with school administrators, district contacts, and teachers
• Coordinate school visit logistics including scheduling, materials preparation, and follow-up with school contacts
• Facilitate access to library services and Bookmobile resources during school visits; collaborate with children’s, teen, and outreach staff to develop visit content as appropriate
• Track participation and outcomes; report on program progress to administration

Deposit Collections & Facility Outreach

• Expand deposit collection services to daycare centers, senior facilities, and other community locations
• Establish and maintain relationships with facility contacts to ensure effective service delivery

Community Representation

• Represent the library at community events, festivals, and parades as assigned
• Serve as a professional, welcoming ambassador for the library’s mobile services
• Collaborate with the Outreach Coordinator and other library staff to align mobile programming with broader library goals
   

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; additional education or coursework in library science, education, or a related field preferred
• Demonstrated supervisory or lead experience in a library, educational, or public service setting
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record required
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules, routes, and multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work effectively with patrons of all ages and backgrounds
• Commitment to accessible, community-centered library service
• Ability to use library ILS systems, mobile circulation software, and basic office technology
• Ability to pass a background check and verify employment eligibility

Preferred

• Experience working in a public library or with library collections and services
• Experience delivering programming or services in school, daycare, or community settings
• Broad reading background across children’s and adult literature
• Ability or willingness to learn to operate the Bookmobile preferred
   

Working Conditions

Work is performed both in the Bookmobile and at various community locations. The position requires regular driving, extended periods of standing and walking, and lifting of heavy materials. Work is conducted in varying weather and outdoor conditions. Some evening and weekend availability may be required. Occasional attendance at community events is expected on a seasonal basis.