Branch Manager I - Community Library Leader

Whatcom County Library System; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whatcom County Library System is seeking a Branch Manager I for the Point Roberts Library. You will direct all branch operations, provide reference and reader's advisory services, and lead community partnerships.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and coordinate with system-wide departments to ensure excellent public service. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant library experience, with strong leadership and collaboration skills in a

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant library experience.
• Experience in reference and reader's advisory services.
• Ability to manage branch operations and staff performance.
• Proven ability to develop partnerships with community groups.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to Canada if needed.

Responsibilities

• Directs all branch operations and budgets.
• Provides reference and reader's advisory services.
• Develops and evaluates services for diverse populations.
• Supervises staff and evaluates performance.
• Leads community outreach and partnerships with Friends, schools, and groups.
• Coordinates with IT, Collection Services, and Administrative Services.

Skills

Staff supervision

Customer service

Communication

Community partnerships

Reference & reader's advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Integrated Library System (ILS)

Database information retrieval

Office machines & hardware

Job description

The Whatcom County Library System is seeking a Branch Manager I for the Point Roberts Library. You will direct all branch operations, provide reference and reader's advisory services, and lead community partnerships.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and coordinate with system-wide departments to ensure excellent public service. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of relevant library experience, with strong leadership and collaboration skills in a