Library Manager (25) (17-2026)

Worthington Libraries; Worthington (OH); Híbrido; USD 76.000 - 93.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Worthington Libraries is seeking a Library Manager for the Worthington Park Library. This exempt, full-time role oversees daily library operations, staff supervision, and coordination of programs, collections, and services across the Worthington Libraries system.

Responsibilities include budget development, community relations, program planning, and long-range planning. Candidates should have an MLS (ALA-accredited) and multiple years of progressive library and supervisory experience.

Formación

• Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school.
• Minimum of two (2) years of professional library experience with progressive responsibility.
• Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the daily operation of a library location.
• Perform supervisory duties over staff.
• Coordinate circulation, programming and collection development functions.
• Collaborate with library managers to implement services and plan programs.
• Participate in annual budget development and administration.
• Maintain and update library collections (print, AV, electronic).
• Establish and maintain community relationships and outreach.
• Engage in long-range planning for services and facilities.
• Evaluate building and equipment needs with Facilities staff.
• Ensure effective inter-department communication and collaboration.
• Cover Circulation Manager and Lead Librarian duties as needed.

Conocimientos

ILS proficiency

Budget knowledge

Confidentiality

Patron conflict resolution

Microsoft Office

Event planning

Educación

MLS (ALA-accredited)

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

Budgeting software

Descripción del empleo

# Library Manager (25)Tracking code:17-2026Date postedSeptember 28, 2026DepartmentAdministrationLocationWorthington Park LibraryPosition typeFull-time (37 hours)Employee typeExempt Non-UnionPay range number35Minimum salary$84675.00/YEAR### PurposeUnder general direction, the Library Manager oversees the daily operation of a library and coordinates services with the other libraries in the Worthington Libraries system.### Essential Position Functions1. Oversees the daily operation of a library location2. Supervisory duties3. Works closely with managers and librarians to coordinate circulation, programming and collection development functions4. Coordinates with library managers at all library locations to implement services and plan programs5. Participates in the development and administration of the annual budget for a library6. Ensures ongoing collection maintenance of print, audio-visual, and electronic resources7. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with the community8. Participates in long range planning9. Evaluates building and equipment maintenance and repair needs and works with Facilities staff to address them10. Ensures effective exchange of communication among departments and between libraries11. Performs duties of Circulation Manager and Lead Librarian, as needed## Required experience### Education, Training, and/or Experience1. Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school2. A minimum of two (2) years of professional library experience in positions with progressive levels of responsibility3. A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience### Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics1. Proficient in the use of the Integrated Library System (ILS)2. Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records3. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations and library policies4. Ability to work accurately with attention to detail5. Ability to arrange items in alphanumeric and/or subject order6. Ability to address and resolve patron conflicts equitably7. Knowledge of traditional and electronic resources including web sites, databases and on-line searching skills8. Knowledge of budget development and administration9. Knowledge of state and federal employment laws10. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions11. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint### Certifications, Licenses, RegistrationsValid driver’s license, with an acceptable driving record### Physical Demands1. Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, daily2. Ability to lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds, daily3. Ability to push book trucks with up to 150 pounds of materials on them, daily4. Ability to stand for extended periods, daily5. Travel by automobile is required frequently6. Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending, climbing and squatting, daily### Working Conditions1. Majority of work performed in general office/library environment2. Requires availability for extended hours as needed3. Requires evenings and/or weekends4. Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training## Schedule* Monday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm* Tuesday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm* Wednesday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm* Thursday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm* Friday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm