Library Program Manager

Library Systems & Services, LLC.; Aurora (CO); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Descripción de la vacante

LAC Federal seeks an experienced Library Program Manager to lead operations of a specialized federal research library and Information Center supporting corrections professionals, government agencies, researchers, and students. You will oversee library operations, website hosting, information services, and coordinate with federal representatives.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Formación

• Master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum of five years of project/program management experience in a research or federal library with supervision.
• Experience managing budgets, invoicing, and burn-rate tracking.
• Experience leading and training employees, with progressive disciplinary actions.
• Thorough knowledge of current library techniques, best practices, and standards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Direct daily operations of the federal library and Information Center, ensuring consistent service delivery.
• Supervise personnel, assign responsibilities, establish standards, and coordinate staffing and schedules.
• Oversee contract performance, quality control, service delivery, and compliance with procedures.
• Manage contract budgets, financial reporting, invoicing, and expenditure tracking.
• Develop and maintain operating procedures, technical documentation, policies, and performance reports.
• Oversee technical and reference services in a research or government library environment.
• Coordinate with Government Contracting Officer's Representative and other government staff.
• Lead employee training, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Coordinate library, information services, and technology teams to meet changing needs.

Conocimientos

Project management

Staff supervision

Budget management

Training

Security clearance

Educación

Master's in Library/Information Science

Herramientas

Web development

Hosting

Systems administration

Programming

Descripción del empleo

Description

LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Library Program Manager to lead the operations of a specialized federal research library and Information Center supporting corrections professionals, government agencies, researchers, and students. The Library Program Manager will provide operational leadership, supervise multidisciplinary personnel, coordinate contract performance, and ensure the effective delivery of library, research, information, and technology services.

The successful candidate will oversee library operations, website hosting and development, and information services while maintaining close coordination with federal government representatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the federal library and Information Center, ensuring consistent delivery of services.
• Supervise personnel, assign responsibilities, establish work standards, and coordinate staffing and schedules.
• Oversee contract performance, quality control, service delivery, and compliance with established procedures.
• Manage contract budgets, financial reporting, invoicing, and expenditure tracking.
• Develop and maintain operating procedures, technical documentation, policies, and performance reports.
• Oversee technical services and reference services in a research or government library environment.
• Coordinate with the Government Contracting Officer's Representative and other authorized government representatives.
• Lead employee training, performance management, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate library, information services, and technology teams to meet changing customer requirements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library/Information Science (or similar) from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.
• Minimum of five years of project/program management experience in a research or federal library, with direct responsibility for supervising, planning, staffing, and managing resources to meet contract requirements.
• Experience managing budgets and financials, invoicing, and tracking burn rates.
• Experience leading and training employees and managing through progressive disciplinary actions.
• Thorough knowledge of current and relevant library techniques, best practices, and standards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of corrections and criminal justice.
• Experience or knowledge of physical and online library services.
• Familiarity with web development, hosting, systems administration, or programming.
• Experience managing federal contracts, performance reporting, and quality assurance programs.
• Familiarity with integrated library systems, digital collections, electronic resources, and knowledge management platforms.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or comparable project management training.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods while performing administrative, supervisory, and library management duties.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including typing, operating computers, reviewing documents, and using standard office equipment.
• Ability to move throughout the library and office environment to oversee operations, conduct meetings, supervise personnel, and provide training, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.