Library Program Manager

LAC Federal•Aurora, CO

About The Position

LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Library Program Manager to lead operations of a specialized federal research library and Information Center serving corrections professionals, government agencies, researchers, and students. The role provides operational leadership, supervises multidisciplinary personnel, coordinates contract performance, and ensures effective delivery of library, research, information, and technology services. The manager oversees library operations, website hosting and development, and information services while coordinating closely with federal government representatives.

Requirements

Master's degree in Library/Information Science, or a similar field, from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.
Minimum of five years of project or program management experience in a research or federal library, with direct responsibility for supervising, planning, staffing, and managing resources to meet contract requirements.
Experience managing budgets and financials, invoicing, and tracking burn rates.
Experience leading and training employees and managing through progressive disciplinary actions.
Thorough knowledge of current and relevant library techniques, best practices, and standards.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience or knowledge of corrections and criminal justice.
Experience or knowledge of physical and online library services.
Familiarity with web development, hosting, systems administration, or programming.
Experience managing federal contracts, performance reporting, and quality assurance programs.
Familiarity with integrated library systems, digital collections, electronic resources, and knowledge management platforms.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or comparable project management training.

Responsibilities

Direct daily operations of the federal library and Information Center to ensure consistent service delivery.
Supervise personnel, assign responsibilities, establish work standards, and coordinate staffing and schedules.
Oversee contract performance, quality control, service delivery, and compliance with established procedures.
Manage contract budgets, financial reporting, invoicing, and expenditure tracking.
Develop and maintain operating procedures, technical documentation, policies, and performance reports.
Oversee technical and reference services in a research or government library environment.
Coordinate with the Government Contracting Officer's Representative and other authorized government representatives.
Lead employee training, performance management, and corrective actions.
Coordinate library, information services, and technology teams to meet changing customer requirements.