Senior Library Manager

Live Oak Public Library; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Oak Public Library seeks a Senior Library Manager to lead a large branch and multiple departments within the system. The role oversees day-to-day operations, staff performance, and customer service across service points, while aligning local initiatives with system goals.

The position requires an MLIS, 5+ years of professional library experience, and 2+ years of supervisory work. Night/weekend hours and travel between locations are required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited university.
• Minimum 5 years of library or related professional experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience overseeing staff.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends and travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Leads staff at a large branch and coordinates daily operations.
• Directs day-to-day library services and supports system-wide initiatives.
• Develops staff through coaching, training, and performance measures.
• Manages budgets, procurement, and reporting for the location.
• Serves as primary liaison with other library departments and stakeholders.

Skills

Staff supervision

Process management

Problem solving

Oral and written communication

Education

MLIS from an ALA-accredited university

Job description

LOPL Position: Senior Library ManagerFLSA Status: ExemptLocation: 50 Johnny Mercer BlvdReports to: Director of Public ServicesThis job posting will expire on January 30, 2027.Note: After submitting your name, email, phone, and resume through the 'Apply Now' feature, please also log into our Applicant Tracking System (ATS-Paycom) by either creating a new account, if you don't already have one, or logging in under your existing credentials to complete your full Live Oak Public Library employment application. Only employment applications that are 100% complete will be reviewed.The Senior Library Manager provides professional, supervisory, and administrative work, including servicing the public and directing the day-to-day operation of a large branch and multiple library departments or multiple branches within the Live Oak Public Library system. This position leads and manages staff and building resources in order to achieve stated library goals and objectives for a specified library location. An employee assigned to this classification, under general direction, performs professional library work at a large branch library as well as on a system-wide level; supervises the work of librarians and library support staff; assists the Director of Public Services in analyzing applicable policies and procedures; may chair and/or participate on system-wide committees to assist in development of policies and procedures on regional level; assists with training new branch managers; performs related duties as assigned. The Senior Library Manager handles a wide variety of operational details and aligns branch initiatives with LOPL strategic plans.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESLeads the employees at a specified library in the effective management of day-to-day operations. Delegates tasks, fields questions/complaints and gathers data to prepare supporting communications and reports. Serves as locations primary contact with other Library departments.Develops, coaches and trains library staff. Sets individual performance measurements for staff and holds them accountable. Responsibilities include managing, hiring, orienting and evaluating.Communicates system initiatives to staff and customers. Coordinates objectives at the individual library level.Develops projections of resources and personnel necessary to meet established goals and objectives.Solves problems at the local level and assists with problem solving at the system level. Owns customer complaints until issue resolution is reached.Interprets and communicates LOPL policies and procedures to staff and customers.Coordinates, initiates, and approves paperwork and documentation to assure proper fiscal and regulatory control. Assists in preparation of, and managed to, the library budget.Assists in the delivery of services to the customer at all service points. Maintains personal skills to assure quality of service in areas of Library collection, technology, reference, and circulation.Utilizes computer applications and library equipment, maintains current knowledge of system-wide and location specific procedures, processes, policies and operations. Utilizes e-mail, voicemail and other Library technology to maintain open channels of communication.Ensures that building and grounds of the library are properly maintained.Prepares operational reports and statistics for the library.Attends local, state, and national conferences or meetings as required.Acts as the point-of-contact for all supply orders for the library, responsible for maintaining sufficient supplies and ensuring inventory is appropriate.Performs additional duties as assigned including acting as project lead and/or serving on task forces, committees, etc.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITIONMaster's Degree is Library Sciences from an ALA accredited university.Minimum of 5 years of library or related professional experience.Previous Library Manager experience.2+ years of supervisory experience, with experience managing people.Experience with staff development including setting clear objectives, providing challenging and stretching tasks and assignments, developing measures to monitor progress, and the use of effective feedback.Must be able to work nights and weekends, stand for extensive periods of time during the workday, and perform duties at other library locations.An employee in this class must be physically able to operate a variety of job-related machines and/or office equipment and be able to move or carry job related objects and materials.Must have transportation to be able to travel between library locations.JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIESMust possess interpersonal skills to work effectively with multi-level staff, patrons, and community group members from all socioeconomic, educational, literacy, and cultural backgrounds.Creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team. Fosters open dialogue. Defines success in terms of the whole team. Creates a feeling of belonging in the team.Empowers others and creates a climate in which people want to do their best. Invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility. Is someone people like working for and with.Adept at process management; knows how to organize people and activities. Can simplify complex processes, see opportunities for synergy and integration and apply appropriately to get more out of fewer resources.Uses problem solving methods, as well as honest analysis, to solve difficult problems. Can see hidden problems and looks beyond the obvious to get to the core issue. Investigates a variety of sources for answers.Ability to express self effectively and concisely both orally and in writing.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with proven ability to lead.This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of Live Oak Public Library. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a qualifying disability to perform the essential functions of the position.