Branch Library Manager: Lead, Programs & Budgets

City of Omaha, NE; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forty-hour work week

Health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

The City of Omaha is seeking a Librarian II to manage operations of a branch library or major division. The role includes supervising staff, providing customer service, budgeting, and implementing policies across the library.

Requires MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program and three years of professional library experience; Nebraska Librarian Certification must be obtained within 30 days. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Master of Library Science degree (ALA-accredited) is required.
• Three years of professional library experience are required.
• Must register for Nebraska Public Librarian Certification within 30 days of hiring date.
• Evening and weekend availability may be required.
• Ability to transport to locations across the City during the work day.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of a branch library or major division; supervise staff and budgets.
• Provide customer service, promote library services, and implement policies.
• Oversee staffing, hiring, training, scheduling, and directing work.

Skills

Customer service

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Information retrieval

Communication skills

Policy interpretation

Technology literacy

Education

Master of Library Science

Tools

Cataloging systems

Budget management software

Job description

The City of Omaha is seeking a Librarian II to manage operations of a branch library or major division. The role includes supervising staff, providing customer service, budgeting, and implementing policies across the library.

Requires MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program and three years of professional library experience; Nebraska Librarian Certification must be obtained within 30 days. Evening and weekend availability is required.