North Regional Manager - Rudisill Regional Library

Central Library; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 74,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Full benefits package

Job summary

Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL) seeks a visionary North Regional Library Manager for Rudisill Regional Library, a new 33,000 sq ft destination opening Fall 2026 in Tulsa's Greenwood District. Lead strategic operations, services, partnerships, and staff to reflect our mission and community needs.

The role requires MLIS and 10+ years of progressive library leadership, with a focus on customer experience, budgeting, and change management.

Qualifications

• MLIS degree and ten+ years of progressive leadership in a large public library system.
• Proven ability to manage branch operations, staff development, and community partnerships.
• Strong analytical, budgeting, and performance metrics knowledge.
• Experience leading change and driving customer-focused service.
• Knowledge of public library collection development and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for the Rudisill Regional Library, including customer experience and programs.
• Develop partnerships and innovative services responsive to community needs.
• Oversee budgeting, facilities, and venue operations.
• Manage and develop staff to deliver exceptional service.
• Support change management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Budget management

Change management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Staff development

Community engagement

Public library leadership

Education

MLIS

Job description

Position:North Regional Manager - Rudisill Regional Library

Location: Rudisill Regional Library

1017 N Greenwood

Tulsa, OK

Job Id:12779

# of Openings:1

North Regional Manager - Rudisill Regional Library

Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL), a trusted community partner since 1961, is seeking an innovative, community-minded library leader to serve as the North Regional Library Manager.

In this role, the North Regional Library Manager will lead a brand-new regional library in Tulsa's Historic Greenwood District, a vibrant community rich in history, resilience, entrepreneurship, and culture. Opening in Fall 2026, Rudisill Regional Library is a 33,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art library designed to serve as a destination for learning, creativity, and community connection. Located in Tulsa's Historic Greenwood District, the library features the BOK Harmony Hall Event Center, multiple meeting rooms, two outdoor patios, a makerspace, an expansive children's area, a gift shop, and welcoming spaces for library customers. This space is also home to the African American Resource Center and a satellite location of TCCL's renowned Genealogy Center, making it a unique cultural, educational, and research destination within Tulsa.

The Manager of Rudisill Regional Library provides strategic leadership for all aspects of branch operations, including customer experience, community engagement, programming, collections, facilities, hospitality and venue operations, budgeting, and staff development. This position is responsible for ensuring operational excellence while fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment that reflects the library's mission and the needs of Tulsa County.

The successful candidate will inspire a high-performing team, cultivate meaningful partnerships, and develop innovative programs and services that respond to the evolving needs of the community. This leader will champion collaboration, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service while ensuring Rudisill Regional Library remains a welcoming destination that will inspire curiosity in all ages and facilitate endless possibilities for library users.

Qualified individuals must possess an MLIS and ten or more years of proven progressive leadership experience within a public library system. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead effectively through change. A strong understanding of the following is essential:

• Branch operations
• Project management
• Emerging technology
• Change management

Education & Experience

• MLIS required;
• Ten or more years progressive management experience in a large library system.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in current policies and practices as well as future trends, technology, and information in the library profession;
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and market creative and effective public library programs, events, collections, and services;
• Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of public library collection development, maintenance, marketing, and display;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisors, staff, the community, and members of the public;
• Displays good judgment in analyzing and promoting ideas to benefit the customer base and communities served;
• Proven ability to remain flexible and engaged during peak periods of organizational transformation:
• Ability to effectively present information in a variety of settings;
• Proven success in managing change through both short- and long-range planning;
• Strong understanding and support of organizational culture;
• Solid understanding of budget and an overall business mindset;
• Ability to think strategically and make good decisions under pressure;
• Superior analytical skills and knowledge of performance metrics;

Salary: $6,650.00 - $9,750.00 per month. Compensation commensurate with experience

A full benefit package (medical, dental, retirement, paid time off) is offered with this position, including relocation assistance.

Status: Exempt - Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm; some weekends and evenings as needed;

Physical Activity & Environmental Conditions

Work occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional light lifting, such as three or four reams of paper, four or five books, or other materials (up to 20 pounds) may be required.

There are no major sources of discomfort; work is essentially conducted in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

Routine in-town travel with occasional out-of-town trips.