Senior Librarian - Adult Services Leader (Regional)

Dconc; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Library is seeking an innovative library professional to lead the Adult Services Unit at the Southwest Regional Library. The Senior Librarian will oversee adult services, including resources, programs, and outreach.

This role operates with significant independence under the Southwest Regional Library Manager. While primarily based at the Southwest Regional Library, the selected candidate may also be assigned to support other library locations as needed, including participation in a

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science or related discipline.
• One year of professional library or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates Adult Service staff; handles employee concerns and performance reviews.
• Coordinates work schedules; maintains standards and monitors progress.
• Develops library-based services and programs supporting the library’s strategic plan.
• Coordinates adult programming via planning, partnerships, and contracts.
• Provides services via phone, online chat, email and in person with high customer service.
• Assists patrons with research and technology at information desks.
• Cross-schedules at circulation and children’s desks as needed.
• Records program statistics and prepares monthly reports.
• Develops and monitors unit budget; manages expenditures.

Skills

Library administration

Supervision

Materials organization

Tech & databases

Program planning

Customer service

Policy interpretation

Project management

Spanish language

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Job description

Durham County Library is seeking an innovative library professional to lead the Adult Services Unit at the Southwest Regional Library. The Senior Librarian will oversee adult services, including resources, programs, and outreach.

This role operates with significant independence under the Southwest Regional Library Manager. While primarily based at the Southwest Regional Library, the selected candidate may also be assigned to support other library locations as needed, including participation in a