Senior Library Operations & Facilities Leader

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TCDRS retirement

Great benefits

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking an executive-level leader to oversee library operations, facilities, and capital planning. You will serve on the Library Executive Leadership Team, guiding strategic decisions, budgeting, and vendor management across system-wide services and projects.

The role focuses on developing policies, implementing improvements, and ensuring safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with county departments and external partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in business administration, Public Administration, Library Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Seven (7) years of leadership experience in operations, administration, facilities, support services, or related areas.
• Three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects, budgets, and teams in a complex organization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a member of the Library Executive Leadership Team and participates in strategic planning and organizational decision-making.
• Develops and implements operational strategies that support the library system’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and supervision to managers and staff within assigned departments.
• Establishes performance expectations and evaluates staff performance.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Leads change initiatives and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversees support service functions including facilities operations, maintenance coordination, fleet operations, safety and security, procurement, logistics, and administrative support services.
• Coordinates and monitors maintenance and repair activities for library facilities and infrastructure.
• Ensures facilities meet safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Oversees system-wide operational contracts and vendor relationships.
• Coordinates emergency preparedness and business continuity planning efforts.
• Develops and monitors operational service standards and performance measures.
• Assists in planning, development, renovation, and construction projects for library facilities.
• Collaborates with county departments, architects, contractors, and consultants on capital improvement initiatives.
• Monitors project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Supports long-range facilities planning and growth initiatives.
• Develops and administers departmental budgets.
• Monitors expenditures and ensures responsible fiscal management.
• Participates in procurement processes and contract negotiations.
• Identifies opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Works collaboratively with library leadership and county departments.
• Represents the library at county meetings, committees, and community events.
• Establishes productive relationships with vendors, contractors, and external partners.
• Responds to operational concerns and service issues as needed.
• Uses operational metrics and performance data to evaluate services and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepares reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership and governing bodies.
• Implements best practices and innovative approaches to improve operational effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Budgeting

Contract administration

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Library Administration, Operations Management, or related field

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking an executive-level leader to oversee library operations, facilities, and capital planning. You will serve on the Library Executive Leadership Team, guiding strategic decisions, budgeting, and vendor management across system-wide services and projects.

The role focuses on developing policies, implementing improvements, and ensuring safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with county departments and external partners.