Library Manager

Jimmy Jazz; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tolleson is seeking a Library Manager to provide leadership, supervision, and support for library staff while overseeing daily operations, facilities, collections, and services. This role ensures exceptional customer service and fosters a collaborative team culture across the library system.

Qualifications include a 4-year degree, five years in library work with supervisory experience, and a MLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years experience in library work, including one year in advanced library work and two years of supervisory experience.
• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, support, and develop library staff; oversee daily operations and collections.
• Manage the Library’s passport program and analyze library statistics.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for service delivery, safety, and facility operations.

Skills

Staff management

Policy development

Public speaking

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Job description

• Base Pay $95,322.91 - $119,153.63 / Year
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

• Name Employee Resources Department
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

The City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Library Manager. The Library Manager provides leadership and supervision of assigned library staff, shares responsibility for creating and maintaining a positive, supportive, and collaborative team culture, and is responsible for overseeing day-to-day library operations, the facility, and the physical and digital collections. This position serves as the Library Director’s designee when needed, including representing the Library at City Council meetings and overseeing the Library System in the Library Director’s absence.

Key responsibilities include supervising, supporting, and developing library staff; managing the Library’s passport program; collecting, analyzing, and reporting library statistics; and reviewing, developing, and implementing policies and procedures. The Library Manager also provides exceptional customer service by responding to customer questions and concerns, assisting with digital devices and resources, promoting library materials, services, and programs, and consistently applying the City of Tolleson Core Values. Additional responsibilities include overseeing the maintenance, safety, security, and effective operation of the library facility; identifying operational needs and recommending improvements related to space, equipment, staffing, training, workflows, and service delivery; serving on standing and ad hoc committees; and performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years experience in library work, which includes one year of experience performing the full range of advanced, professional or administrative library work and two years of supervisory experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. A Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution is strongly preferred. Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including assigned closing shifts and rotating Saturdays. This position provides support to frontline staff and is expected to assist with public service operations and fill staffing gaps as needed. Some holidays may be required to support special programming and/or City events. Must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License with acceptable driving record and have the ability to operate City vehicles safely.

Knowledge of:

• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and/or ordinances
• Management and leadership principles and practices
• Advanced principles, methods, and techniques of assigned discipline
• Occupational hazards and safety-related principles
• Budget administration principles and methods
• Financial management principles and practices
• Public administration principles
• Contract administration principles and practices
• Strategic planning principles
• Program/project management principles and techniques
• Modern office technology
• Principles, practices, and emerging trends in public library operations, services, and collection management
• Library policies, procedures, and best practices related to facility operations, patron services, safety, security, and access to physical and digital resources
• Methods and practices for collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting library service, collection, program, and operational statistics

Skills In:

• Managing, mentoring, and evaluating staff
• Interpreting, applying, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards
• Analyzing and developing policies, procedures, contracts and/or technical documents of assigned area
• Planning strategic operations
• Critical thinking
• Making decisions in time-sensitive situations
• Budget administration
• Analyzing, interpreting, and understanding technical information of assigned area
• Negotiating and mediating
• Managing and administering contracts
• Preparing and delivering public presentations
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Providing exceptional customer service and effectively responding to customer questions, concerns, and service needs.
• Assisting customers with digital devices, technology, and electronic library resources.
• Promoting library materials, services, programs, and resources to diverse audiences

Physical Demands

Positions in this class typically require standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, kneeling, crouching, bending. Twisting, climbing, and balancing.

Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and arms, stand, bend, kneel or stoop sometimes for long periods of time. Incumbents may be subjected to exposure to the elements, travel across rough, uneven and rocky surfaces and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

Job Information

Closing Date: October 6, 2026, with first review of applications September 22, 2026

Full Salary Range for Position: $95,322.91 - $142,984.36

Salary for internal promotion Section 603 of Employee Handbook.

Additional Application Information

It is important that your application shows all relevant work experience and education. Work experience must be noted on the application. Applicants may be rejected if not fully complete. Your resume may not be substituted as an application.

Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation, if needed, by contacting Employee Resources at 623-936-7111.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Summary

The City of Tolleson is seeking a Library Manager to provide leadership, supervision, and support for library staff while overseeing daily operations, facilities, collections, and services. This position supports a positive and collaborative team culture, manages key programs and operational needs, develops and implements policies and procedures, and ensures exceptional customer service. The Library Manager analyzes library statistics, identifies opportunities for service and operational improvements, and promotes library resources and programs.

Who we are

The City of Tolleson is known for its strong sense of community, preserving neighborhood character and livability amid regional growth. Despite our small size, we compete in economic and community development, workforce recruitment, and retention, guided by our Vision Statement that balances community values with future growth. As the first Certified Autism Center in the West Valley, we are committed to inclusivity and fostering social connections, creating a welcoming environment for all. Join us in building a diverse workforce that honors our past and shapes a vibrant future.