Branch Manager

Las Vegas-Clark County Library District; Mesquite (NV); On-site; USD 113,109 - 151,577; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is seeking a Branch Manager for the Mesquite Library in Mesquite, NV. This full-time role leads day-to-day operations, supervises staff, and fosters community partnerships to advance district goals.

The position requires a MLS/MLIS, three years of professional librarian experience (two at a branch head level), and a Nevada Driver's License. PIC training and AED/CPR certification must be completed within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program.
• Three years of professional librarian experience with at least two years at a branch associate or department head level.
• Valid Nevada Driver's License at time of hire.
• Completion of LVCCLD PIC Training or PIC Training within 6 months of hire.
• AED/CPR certification must be completed within six months and kept current.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Mesquite Library branch.
• Provide administrative supervision to branch managers and staff, including coaching and development.
• Oversee branch projects, programs, vendors, and committees to support branch goals.
• Build community partnerships and lead outreach aligning with district goals.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, codes, and district policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Planning

Organizing

Directing

Staffing

Reporting

Coordinating

Budgeting

Education

MLS/MLIS

Job description

The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is currently hiring for a Branch Manager for the Mesquite Library in Mesquite, NV.

General Summary

Under the intermittent supervision of the Regional Manager, the Branch Manager provides operational and administrative leadership to the Mesquite Library. This position supervises and manages branch service delivery and directly/indirectly supervises branch staff. The Branch Manager is also responsible for fostering positive relationships within the Mesquite community and providing oversight to branch projects, programs, and committees. Acts as Person-in-Charge (PIC) on a routine basis and as needed.

Description of hours and wages

The pay range for this position is $113,109 to $151,577 per year. Pay typically begins at the minimum of the pay range, and employees are eligible for annual merit and COLA increases per District policy.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), FLSA exempt position.

Application Deadline

The application deadline for this position is 11:59 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026.

*We anticipate interviewing for this position on or around September 8, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Department Head plus:

1. Responsible for the day-to-day operational management of a designated library branch, including but not limited to:
   1. Planning short-term (daily to annual) operational goals for the assigned branch.
   2. Organizing the assigned branch, departments, and employees to achieve established goals.
   3. Staffing the assigned branch and departments within budgetary guidelines to meet service demand and requisite skill needs.
   4. Directing staff to achieve established goals.
   5. Coordinating with other branches and other administrative departments to meet established Branch and District goals.
   6. Developing, maintaining, and monitoring key Branch reporting metrics to achieve and control desired quality outcomes.
   7. Developing, maintaining and monitoring annual Branch budget to achieve established goals and utilize District resources in an efficient and effective manner.
2. Provides administrative supervision to assigned managers and staff, including but not limited to:
   1. Performance Coaching & Management.
   2. Career Counseling & Development.
   3. Conflict Resolution.
3. Oversees Branch projects, programs, vendors, and committees to support and achieve Branch initiatives and goals.
4. Builds community partnerships and leads outreach initiatives that align with both community needs and District goals.
5. Ensures Branch compliance with all federal, state and local laws, regulations, codes, best practices, and District Policies and Procedures.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Competencies of Assistant Branch Manager plus:

• Managerial planning, organizing, directing, staffing, reporting, coordinating, and budgeting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education:

Required: Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).

Preferred: N/A

Experience:

Required: Three (3) years' experience as a professional librarian with at least two (2) of those years at a branch associate or department head level.

Preferred: N/A

License or Certification

Required:

• Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Nevada Driver's License at the time of hire.
• Completion of Las Vegas-Clark County Library District's (LVCCLD) Person-in-Charge (PIC) Training or completion of core PIC Training within 6 months of assuming position.
• District provided AED/CPR certification must be completed within six months from date of employment and must be maintained (current) while in a covered position.

Preferred: N/A

Additional Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KSAs of Assistant Branch Manager plus:

• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to Library Management.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities through personal organization and effective delegation to ensure timely, accurate outcomes.
• Ability to analyze, propose solutions/changes to, and implement solutions/changes to administrative problems, issues, and processes.
• Ability to effectively translate strategic goals into operational initiatives.