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Descripción de la vacante

Pierce County Library System is seeking a Collection Management Manager to lead the collection management team, oversee acquisitions, cataloging, digital resources and vendor relations. This role also supports EDIA and staff development.

Reporting to the Collection Management Director, you will guide strategic priorities, handle staffing, and ensure alignment with system-wide goals while promoting equity and inclusion in all library operations.

Formación

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or related field.
• Five years of experience in library collection management or related area.
• Supervisory experience in a library or public service setting.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the day-to-day collection management operations, including selection, maintenance, acquisitions, cataloging, and digital resources.
• Lead staff development, training, coaching, and performance evaluations; manage labor relations per the CBA.
• Oversee departmental operations, budgets, vendor relationships, and contracts; prepare reports and proposals.
• Communicate policies, resolve inquiries, and represent the library to the public and external organizations.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Change and Learning

Diversity

Educación

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science

Herramientas

ILS

Cataloging tools

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Collection Management Manager

Pierce County Library System

Note about the role:

The Collection Management Manager plays a key leadership role within the Collection Management department at Pierce County Library System (PCLS). This position supports the department in building and maintaining a diverse, accessible, and community-responsive collection. As a member of the Collection Management leadership group, the Collection Management Manager collaborates closely with colleagues across both the Collection Management and Customer Experience departments. Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style are essential, as the role involves facilitating discussions, leading meetings, and supporting team development.

In partnership with the Collection Management Director, this position helps identify strategic priorities, guide problem-solving efforts, and foster a culture of continuous learning. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, access, and inclusion (EDAI), and will be eager to apply these principles to all aspects of their work—from cataloging practices to team engagement. This role also contributes to identifying and coordinating training opportunities on a wide range of topics relevant to collection management.

For more information about the skills needed to succeed in supervisory roles at PCLS, please read PCLS’s Leadership Competencies and Core Skills and Qualities.

Hiring Range: $98,069.91 - $113,686 annually; Pay Grade Range: $98,069.91 – $144,007 annually

Compensation

Pierce County Library System offers a compensation program which recognizes qualifications and experience relevant to each position. The starting pay is established typically within the hiring range below based upon the experience of the individual hired into the role. Our compensation package also includes annual increases for each additional year of experience and tenure in the role, up to the maximum (current year maximum outlined in pay grade range above). Eligibility for overtime is exclusive to positions which are FLSA status non-exempt below.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Status: Regular

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.

Union Status: Non - Represented

Candidate Submission Timelines:

EXTERNAL OR NON-Transfer INTERNAL Candidates: To be considered for this position please submit your resume and up to 4 additional attachments to display your knowledge, skills and abilities for consideration for this position no later than 5:00 p.m. on closing date below.

Submissions after the Closure Date below will not be considered :

• External or Non-Transfer Internal Candidates Closure Date: Friday, January 2, 2026 at 5:00pm

Veteran Status: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should select the percentage that they qualify for, 5% or 10% during the application. More information about veteran’s preference, such as the difference in percentage can be found here and here. If you need more information please contact us at [e-mail]

Position Summary

Manages the library’s collection management day-to-day operations and services, ensuring strategic alignment with system-wide goals. Oversees acquisitions, cataloging, digital resources, vendor relationships, staff and departmental operations. Supports community engagement, labor relations, and acts on behalf of the Director when needed.

Essential Job Functions

Each function below represents a core responsibility of the role. Percentages reflect the estimated time spent on each function.

Day-to-Day Collection Management Operations

Manages library collection activities including selection, maintenance, acquisitions, cataloging, and digital resources programs and services. Ensures department goals align with library-wide vision, initiatives, and service plans.

Time Allocation: 40%

Leadership

Hires, trains, supervises, coaches, develops, engages, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel in matters related to labor relations and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Manages labor relations and compliance with CBA. Ensures staff compliance with Library and departmental policies, procedures, service standards, regulatory requirements, and safety practices.

Time Allocation: 20%

Operational Oversight

Manages departmental operations, budgets, resources, and vendor relationships. Oversee and manage vendor relationships and contractual agreements. Manages assigned budgets, participates in personnel hiring teams, writes reports and proposals, and participates in routine administrative tasks (e.g., meetings, procedural development).

Time Allocation: 20%

Policy & Communication

Communicates policies, resolves inquiries, and represents the library to the public and external organizations.

Time Allocation: 20%

Secondary Responsibilities

These tasks are performed occasionally or in support of primary duties:

• Serve on other committees as assigned

Core Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Change and Learning
• Positive Attitude
• Professional Integrity
• Diversity

Leadership Competencies

Interpersonal:

• Builds Trustworthy Relationships
• Communicates Effectively

People Management:

• Builds Successful Teams
• Manages and Develops People

Business Management:

• Achieves Results
• Facilitates Innovation and Change

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or related field.
• Five years of experience in library collection management or related area.
• Supervisory experience in a library or public service setting.
• Must pass a background check.

Technology Requirements

Required:

• Proficiency in integrated library systems (ILS) and cataloging tools.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to navigate web-based systems and electronic records.

Preferred:

• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools.
• Familiarity with digital resource platforms and vendor systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally with or without assistance.
• Frequent sitting, standing, and reaching.
• Use of standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements

• Regular travel for meetings, training, or events, with occasional travel outside of Pierce County.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Collection Management Director

Supervises: CM Librarians and Senior CM Librarian