Library Branch Manager: Lead Programs & Community Engagement

City of Austin; Oak Hill (WV); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

The City of Austin’s Hampton Branch in Oak Hill seeks a Library Manager to lead daily library operations, supervise staff, develop services, manage programs and engage with the community to deliver excellent public service. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with five years' relevant experience (two in a lead role) or a Master’s degree with three years (two in a lead role).

A Texas driver’s license and willingness to travel are required; the role is full-time with weekend hours and a

Qualifications

• Knowledge of books, databases, and library systems.
• Familiarity with library procedures and policies.
• Understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion in libraries.
• Knowledge of laws and city policies relevant to libraries.
• Supervisory and managerial techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates short- and long-term plans for a library branch.
• Oversees budgets, grants, expenditures, and reporting.
• Directs program delivery and community outreach.
• Supervises staff, training, and performance evaluations.
• Maintains facilities, security, and customer service excellence.
• Represents the library to the public and partners with community groups.
• Oversees resource sharing and collaboration with other libraries.

Skills

Library databases

Library procedures

Equity & inclusion

Legal knowledge

City policies

Supervisory skills

Oral & written comms

Multi-tasking

MS Office

Data analysis

Planning & organizing

Collection development

Public liaison

Diversity engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree, related field

Master's degree, related field

Job description

The City of Austin’s Hampton Branch in Oak Hill seeks a Library Manager to lead daily library operations, supervise staff, develop services, manage programs and engage with the community to deliver excellent public service. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree with five years' relevant experience (two in a lead role) or a Master’s degree with three years (two in a lead role).

A Texas driver’s license and willingness to travel are required; the role is full-time with weekend hours and a