Regional Library Leader - Branch Operations & Strategy

Anaheim Public Library; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventura County Library seeks a Regional Senior Librarian to oversee a large regional library and supervise multiple branches. This senior manager coordinates reference and patron services, circulation, and facilities, providing complex staff support and helping shape the library's strategic direction.

The ideal candidate will hold a master's in library science with at least three years in public service libraries, plus strong change leadership, team-building, planning, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library science
• Three years of professional experience in public service libraries
• California driver license or ability to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Oversee the regional library and supervise multiple branches
• Coordinate reference and patron services, circulation, and facilities
• Provide complex staff support to the Librarian Manager and shape strategic direction
• Work evenings, weekends, or irregular hours as needed

Skills

Leadership experience

Change leadership

Team building

Organizational planning

Analytical/problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Diplomacy

Education

Master's degree in library science

Three years of professional experience in public service libraries

Job description

Ventura County Library seeks a Regional Senior Librarian to oversee a large regional library and supervise multiple branches. This senior manager coordinates reference and patron services, circulation, and facilities, providing complex staff support and helping shape the library's strategic direction.

The ideal candidate will hold a master's in library science with at least three years in public service libraries, plus strong change leadership, team-building, planning, and communication skills.