Library Operations Manager

Albright College; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Albright College is seeking a full-time Library Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of the new library building and create a welcoming, student-centered environment that supports teaching, learning, collaboration, and campus engagement.

The role requires supervising staff and developing robust workflows, with a focus on coordinating classes and campus events while promoting library programs and services.

Qualifications

• Must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with initiative and adaptability.
• Commitment to inclusive, welcoming service for a diverse campus community.
• Proficiency with common workplace technology and ability to learn library systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and logistics of the library building.
• Supervise, train, and schedule staff including student workers.
• Develop and implement operational practices for the new space.
• Coordinate programming and events for classes, students, faculty, and campus.
• Conduct outreach to promote library programs and services.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus departments to support programming.
• Manage room usage, scheduling, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain a welcoming, accessible, organized, and responsive environment.
• Identify and address facilities and operational concerns with College departments.
• Perform other duties related to library operations and programming.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Initiative

Adaptability

Tech proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Scheduling software

Event management tools

Office software

Job description

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Library Operations Manager

FT Staff 12 Months Reading, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1155

Library Operations Manager

Albright College is seeking a full-time, 10-to-12-month Library Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the College’s new library building. This position will play an important role in establishing practices and procedures for the new space and creating a welcoming, student-centered environment that supports teaching, learning, collaboration, and campus engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations and logistical needs of the library building.
• Supervise, train, and schedule staff, including student workers.
• Develop and implement operational practices, procedures, and workflows for the new library space.
• Coordinate programming and events for classes, students, faculty, staff, and the broader campus community.
• Conduct outreach to students, faculty, and staff to promote use of the library and its programs, services, and spaces.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus departments to support academic programming and effective use of the facility.
• Oversee room usage, scheduling, supplies, equipment, and other operational needs.
• Help ensure that the library is a welcoming, accessible, organized, and responsive environment.
• Identify and address facilities and operational concerns in coordination with appropriate College departments.
• Perform other duties related to the successful operation and programming of the library.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Strong organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to day-to-day operational needs.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and colleagues across an organization.
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems, establish effective practices, and adapt to the evolving needs of a new facility.
• Commitment to providing excellent service and fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for a diverse campus community.
• Proficiency with common workplace technology and the ability to learn library, scheduling, event-management, and other relevant systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing programs, events, or educational activities for students or other audiences.
• Familiarity with contemporary academic libraries, student learning spaces, or campus programming.