Library Administrator – Cultural Heritage & Grants

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation; Toppenish (WA); On-site; USD 80,590,000 - 82,656,000; Full time

Job summary

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation is seeking an experienced Library Administrator to direct daily operations, guide strategic planning, and oversee budget processes for the Yakama Nation Library. You will coordinate acquisitions, cataloging in KOHA, grant development, and community education programs, while ensuring culturally respectful and safe facilities.

The role requires supervisory leadership, strong budgeting skills, and collaboration with Tribal School staff and cultural

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in library science with 5+ years in a management role or equivalent
• Two years of administrative, management and supervisory experience
• Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply
• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug test

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily library operations and staff supervision
• Applies library standards and practices to provide quality services
• Coordinates staff cross-training to enhance knowledge and preservation efforts
• Manages budgets, invoices, and procurement in D365 and YN Central Accounting
• Develops and writes grants to support cultural preservation and digital literacy programs
• Ensures safe, accessible, and culturally respectful library facilities and collections

Skills

Management experience

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Grant writing

Customer service

Communication skills

Team leadership

Cultural knowledge

Education

MLS (ALA accredited)

Master's in Native American studies

Tools

KOHA library system

D365

iSolved

Microsoft Office

Job description

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation is seeking an experienced Library Administrator to direct daily operations, guide strategic planning, and oversee budget processes for the Yakama Nation Library. You will coordinate acquisitions, cataloging in KOHA, grant development, and community education programs, while ensuring culturally respectful and safe facilities.

The role requires supervisory leadership, strong budgeting skills, and collaboration with Tribal School staff and cultural