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 Mobile Library Manager

Suffolk Libraries is an independent and charitable society which runs Suffolk’s library service.

Our vision is to “transform lives through access to knowledge and resources, promote lifelong learning and strengthen communities by meeting their evolving needs.”

Our Mobile Library Service is a public access mobile library, visiting rural communities throughout Suffolk. We currently operate 3 large vehicles which visit over 580 stops on a four-week timetable.

We are currently looking for a Mobile Library Manager to work on the mobile library that is based in Leiston and covers villages and hamlets arounds the Leiston area.

There may also be the opportunity for the successful applicant to provide cover in static libraries.

We are interested in someone who:

• Has extensive experience of driving (preferably a 7.5 tonne vehicle) and holds a clean full C1 category driving license.
• Can demonstrate appropriate and effective communication skills with the aim of building positive and supportive relations with customers and communities.
• Is confident and competent in using the internet, email and using a variety of devices and applications

• Can be proactive and promote innovative ideas that will help make the library relevant and increase the use of the mobile library service.
• Is reliable and responsible, and understands the importance of keeping to a timetable.

You would also be required to ensure that the vehicle is fit for purpose by undertaking the regular routine maintenance checks, take responsibility for the security and cleanliness of the vehicle inside and out and be responsible for the service offered to customers.

Part of the role includes ensuring that the books available are of a suitable standard, rotating these with other libraries to offer new choice to customers and removing from stock any old or damaged stock.

If you have experience in a customer facing role, enjoy helping people, hold a clean full C1 driving licence and have an interest in books and computers, we would like to hear from you.

The rate of pay for this position is £12.83 per hour.

This position is for an average of 30.5 hours per week worked on the following work pattern: