Library Administrators

Multnomah County; Portland (OR); In loco; USD 88 - 136.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Multnomah County Library invites applications for a Library Administrator. You will oversee operations across locations, ensuring excellent service to a diverse community.

The role includes reference help, circulation support, staff development, and collaboration with regional leaders to set goals and plan strategically. The Library Administrator will mentor staff, participate in system-wide projects and committees, and promote inclusive service while addressing safety and policy enforcement as

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years public library experience in reference, circulation, or programming.
• 2+ years supervisory experience.
• 2+ years working with diverse patron populations.
• Ability to pass a criminal records background check.

Mansioni

• Oversee operations at multiple library locations.
• Provide reference assistance and circulation support.
• Lead staff through meetings and one-on-ones.
• Partner with regional leaders on goals and planning.

Conoscenze

Public library experience

Supervisory experience

Diverse patrons experience

Reference & reader's advisory

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Pay Range: $88,604.78 - $135,792.20 Annual Department: Library Department Job Type: Regular Non-Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): November 08, 2026

The Opportunity

We are your neighbors. You'll find our libraries throughout Multnomah County. Each location reflects the unique community neighborhood it serves, but all locations serve as centers of community life, providing books, internet access, music, programs and meeting spaces for community members. Library Administrators oversee operations across our locations, serving patrons of all backgrounds and cultures. As a Library Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring your location meets the needs of our diverse patrons. You will oversee all operations of the location ensuring excellent service to the community. You will provide direct customer service such as reference assistance and circulation help. We are a dynamic and innovative library system, so you must be ready to embrace changes to serve our community in new ways. You will use your demonstrated leadership skills to lead a diverse staff by modeling excellent communication skills while encouraging those skills in others. You will not shy away from the hard conversations and will engage your employees when managing their performance. You will promote collaborative decision making and negotiation as you work with your staff on change management. You will mentor and encourage the professional development of your staff through daily huddles, monthly staff meetings, and regular one-on-one meetings with your direct reports. You will partner with regional leaders to establish goals, contribute to strategic planning, and adapt services to meet community needs. Additionally, you will lead projects and participate in system-wide committees, encouraging staff involvement. You will address safety concerns and rule violations with sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and effective interpersonal skills. When necessary, you will enforce policies, take protective measures, or contact emergency services to maintain a safe and welcoming environment. Of course, there will be other duties as assigned, but nothing you can't handle. Multnomah County Library is committed to supporting our communities of color and other communities subjected to marginalization by centering race and intersectionality in the services we provide. As a member of our team, all staff are expected to act as allies to library staff and patrons from communities of color and other groups subjected to marginalization by: Speaking up to support staff and patrons subjected to marginalization Speaking out against racism and oppression Demonstrating behavior that is culturally aware and sensitive

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• At least three years of public library experience, including some experience in the areas of reference and reader's advisory, circulation services, stacks services management, collection development and management, or library public programming.
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• At least two years of experience working with diverse patron populations.
• Ability to pass a criminal records check should a job offer be extended and you're not currently employed by the library. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to employment.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills

• A Master's degree in Library Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association.
• Bilingual language skills.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public library service in the 21st century.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, change management, and project management principles.
• Thorough knowledge of public library functions and operations.

Additional Details

Work Location: Library Administrators work on-site at one of our locations. We anticipate openings at multiple locations.

Equal Pay Law

Please note that the pay range provided for this position is meant to give a general idea of the potential earnings for the role. However, the actual compensation will be determined according to the Oregon Equal Pay Law, taking into consideration factors such as candidates relevant experience and education. Candidates should anticipate initial offers within the listed pay range, which may not necessarily be at or near the highest end of the range.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference.

Veterans’ Preference

We request priority protected veteran referrals. Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act

We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process.

Disclaimer

This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile

9776 - Library Administrator

About Multnomah County

We are glad you are considering a career that gives back and supports the community. Working for Multnomah County means having the opportunity to make a real difference in the community, no matter what position you hold.

We provide a wide array of essential services including health, community justice, roads, elections, libraries, jails, bridges, tax and assessment, marriage licenses, animal services, mental health and addiction services and more.

Our organization’s top priority is to meet the many needs of our residents.