Branch Manager - Eagle Valley Library District (CO)

Black Caucus of the American Library Association; Eagle (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits

Job summary

The Eagle Valley Library District in Colorado seeks an experienced branch manager to lead the Eagle branch. The ideal candidate holds an MLIS from an ALA-accredited program, with at least three years of professional public library work and supervisory or partner-collaboration experience.

Bilingual skills are encouraged as staff currently includes English and Spanish speakers. The role offers a competitive salary range ($89,925–$99,000) with an excellent fringe benefits package, and reporting to

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Three years of professional public library work required.
• Supervisory experience or collaboration with external partners preferred.
• Bilingual language skills encouraged; current staff is bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Eagle Branch.
• Supervise branch staff per library org chart.
• Communicate library policies to public and staff.
• Budget for facility requirements and identify outreach opportunities.
• Promote the library through community groups and activities.
• Prepare monthly statistics and reports for the Library Director.

Skills

Management experience

Team player

Documentation habits

Mentoring staff

Bilingual language skills

Education

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)

Job description

Branch Manager – Eagle Valley Library District (CO)

The Eagle Valley Library District (CO) seeks an experienced problem solver who uses solution-based thinking as its next Eagle Branch Manager. Formed as a district in 1992, the library has continued to grow and provides a wealth of services and resources for its residents. With a $6.7 million operating budget and 41 FTE, the district delivers excellent customer service from three branches in its mission to offer opportunities and resources to read, learn and grow. Library highlights include expanded bookmobile service routes, a positive and proactive staff team, wonderful facilities, and new book vending machines installed at local recreation centers. Earlier this year, the district received the “Innovation in the Public Sector” award from the Vail Valley Partnership. The district is a current nominee in the highly competitive Best of the Vail Valley community contest, the Best Company to Work For (over 20) category.

The library serves over 49,000 residents in our district in Eagle County, Colorado, on the West side of the Rocky Mountains. The area is well-known to outdoor enthusiasts for its extensive trail terrain for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running. Better known as Vail Valley, the region is home to multiple skiing mountains and is a worldwide destination for outdoor activity. Small mountain towns dot the landscape and offer a simple approach to living that focuses on local business, nature, and entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Library Director, the Eagle Branch Manager oversees daily operations of the library branch
• supervises branch staff in accordance with the library organizational chart
• communicates the library’s policies and procedures to the public and staff
• anticipates and budgets for all major facility requirementsworks with staff to identify and implement outreach opportunities
• promotes the library through participation in various community groups and activities
• and prepares and submits monthly statistics and other reports as directed by the Library Director.

Qualifications

• A completed master of library and information science degree from an ALA-accredited institution and three years of professional public library work is required.
• Supervisory experience or experience collaborating with external partners are preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have strong management experience, be a team player who supports the other Eagle Valley Libraries, has excellent documentation habits, and will serve as a mentor to other staff.
• Candidates with bilingual language skills are encouraged to apply.
• Currently 33% of the staff are proficient in both English and Spanish language skills.

Compensation

The hiring salary range is $89,925 – $99,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package.

This position closes on Sunday, October 4, 2026.