Lead Library Manager (2 Posts)

Libraries NI; Magherafelt; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Libraries NI is seeking a Lead Library Manager (2 posts) to drive high-quality public library services across Magherafelt and Ormeau Road libraries. The role focuses on leading staff, engaging communities, and delivering inclusive, participative services aligned with PfG objectives.

Working 36 hours per week, you will model our core values and develop a positive workplace culture that supports equality, diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience leading library staff and teams.
• Ability to plan and deliver public library services.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead in delivering high‑quality, customer‑focused library services across designated branches.
• Manage and develop library staff, including mobile/homecall services where applicable.
• Engage with communities and partners to promote library membership and programmes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet PfG and Libraries NI objectives.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in service delivery.

Skills

Staff management

Customer service

Stakeholder engagement

Public libraries

Job description

Job Reference: 261003PA
Application deadline: 16/11/2026
Salary: £32,597.00 - £36,362.00

Job Description

Before applying applicants are strongly encouraged to read the E Recruit Guidance Notes for Applicants which can be found in the Vacancy Documents section via the link below.

Job Title: Lead Library Manager (2 Posts)

Grade: Senior Executive Officer

Salary: £32,597 - £36,362 (under review) NJC 20-25

Hours : 36 Hours per week

Location(s): Magherafelt Library

Ormeau Road Library

Responsible to: Line Manager

Job Purpose: All staff are required to model Libraries NI Core Values of ‘Caring, Accountable and Progressive’ in the execution of their duties.

Under the direction of the Line Manager, lead in the provision of excellent customer service supporting the planning and delivery of inclusive, progressive and participative public library services for designated libraries.

Lead, manage and develop library staff at the designated libraries, including mobile and homecall services / cultural heritage engagement officers as applicable, to ensure the effective delivery of high‑quality, customer‑focused services that effectively meet the reading, information, learning, cultural heritage and wellbeing needs of local communities. Engage with all communities and actively promote the benefits of library membership, library resources, and the delivery of activities, events and programmes.

As a member of the frontline library services management team, work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, partners and statutory and voluntary organisations to lead the delivery of enhanced library services in support of the Programme for Government (PfG) and Libraries NI strategic objectives.

Contribute to a positive workplace culture where equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded in all aspects of service delivery.

Libraries NI is an equal opportunities employer

For the full job description, please see the link below in the Vacancy Documents

Vacancy Documents

Document Title File E Recruit Guidance Notes for Applicants Rev June 2026.pdf E Recruit Guidance Notes for Applicants Rev June 2026.pdf Lead Library Manager JD 2 posts.pdf Lead Library Manager JD 2 posts.pdf Working Pattern Ormeau Road.pdf Working Pattern Ormeau Road.pdf Working Pattern Magherafelt.pdf Working Pattern Magherafelt.pdf