Branch Manager, Wea Prairie Branch

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Tippecanoe County Public Library in Lafayette, IN, seeks a skilled manager to join our public library system and advance our vision for over 150,000 residents. The successful candidate will supervise MLS staff and support personnel while developing programs at the Wea Prairie Branch Library.

We value independent decision-making, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and expertise in community engagement.

Qualifications

• ALA accredited MLS is required.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory or management experience in a public library.
• Experience in public libraries or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise MLS and support staff.
• Develop programs and services at the Wea Prairie Branch Library.
• Engage with the community and stakeholders.
• Make independent decisions and solve problems.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Community engagement

Problem-solving

Education

ALA accredited MLS

Job description

Tippecanoe County Public Libraryseeks a skilled manager to joinour public library system and our commitment to achieving our vision for over 150,000 area residents! We will hire a dedicated, service-oriented manager with a commitment to neighborhood library service. Supervise M.L.S. and support staff as you develop programs and services at the Wea Prairie Branch Library. The successful candidate will have seasoned practical problem-solving skills, the ability to make independent decisions and strong interpersonal, people and communications skills. Expertise in community engagement is highly desirable.

Minimum 2 years supervisory or management experience in a public library or any equivalent combination of training and experience is preferred. ALA accredited MLS required. Starting salary is $56,000-$63,000/year. TCPL has an excellent benefits package.

Located in mid-central Indiana, Lafayette is the home of Purdue University, one hour north of Indianapolis. Enjoy Midwest friendliness combined with excellent cultural, educational, and sports opportunities.

TCPL is committed to equal employment opportunities.Applications are sought from all qualified people, without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, Veteran status, national origin, or ancestry.

Tippecanoe County Public Library
627 SOUTH ST
LAFAYETTE , IN 47901

Tippecanoe County Public Library, Out Of State

Hours

40-hour position with some evenings and weekends required.