PUR - Branch Manager (Salary)

Pioneer Library System • Purcell, OK

1d • $62,800 • Onsite

About The Position

The manager of Purcell Public Library has the opportunity to lead an energetic and creative staff in Purcell, a fast-growing and family-focused community, and provide world-class customer service. In addition to supervising staff and overseeing a diverse collection, the branch manager is responsible for aligning branch programming and initiatives with the overall strategies and goals of the Pioneer Library System. As a leader in the civic and business community, the branch manager works to build and advance partnerships with organizations that support our mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Three years of relevant library or related experience
• Three years supervisory experience
• Equivalent technical training, education, and /or experience may be considered
• Lift up to 25 lbs., retrieve and replace items from floor to at least 5 ½ feet height
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record
• Demonstrated ability to effectively support leadership teams in process improvement, change management, team development and effectiveness, conflict resolution, and problem solving
• Ability to identify, create, and put into action multiple departmental and organizational improvements and projects while working in a collaborative and consultative manner
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership and to influence, partner with, and coach others
• Demonstrated ability to communicate within all levels of an organization matched with strong verbal, written, presentation, and one-on-one communication skills
• Strong service orientation with a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently, be flexible and thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Listens effectively and communicates in concise, tactful, respectful manner both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

• MLIS or Master’s Degree preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervising staff
• Overseeing a diverse collection
• Aligning branch programming and initiatives with the overall strategies and goals of the Pioneer Library System
• Building and advancing partnerships with organizations that support our mission

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance
• Employer-paid dental insurance
• Employer-paid group term life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Defined contribution retirement plan
• Employee-paid vision care insurance
• Employee-paid short-term disability insurance
• Other optional insurance plans
• 457b retirement plan option
• Generous mental health & wellness
• Paid annual vacation leave
• Nine paid holidays annually
• Multiple training and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager