Small Library Branch Manager

Maricopa County • El Mirage, AZ

1d • $73,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

If you’re searching for a team that values inspiring teamwork and solid leadership and contributes to the success of the community, then the El Mirage Branch Manager position is for you! As you collaborate with staff, other branch managers, and community organizations, you will have an opportunity to enrich lives by offering innovative programs and services and establishing meaningful partnerships. Consider joining us to become the leader of a dynamic group of staff dedicated to serving a diverse community of all ages and backgrounds!

Requirements

• Three years of library experience
• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school
• Valid Arizona driver’s license is required upon hire

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory and/or lead experience
• Public library experience
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Responsibilities

• Manages the operations of a small branch library
• Works at the customer service desk, answers questions, provides readers’ advisory, and responds to customer concerns
• Supervises subordinate staff to include scheduling, training, assigning work, disciplining, and completing performance evaluations
• Schedules staff for work shifts and at the customer service desk
• Plans and conducts programs for the public
• Identifies needs and provides recommendations for improving branch operations, including monitoring branch budget for part-time staff and supplies, and overseeing maintenance, safety, and security of the branch
• Assists customers with digital devices
• Promotes Library District products and material types for use by customers
• Conducts interviews and makes recommendations for hiring staff
• Maintains a vibrant and attractive collection by employing merchandising techniques, presenting engaging displays, and following adopted collection maintenance practices
• Implements, monitors, and reports results of strategic initiatives developed for the Library District

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

What This Job Offers

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