Library Branch Manager

Wake County Public Library
United States, North Carolina, Raleigh
May 24, 2025
Excellent Library Management Opportunity in Dynamic South Raleigh! Are you ready for the next step in your library career? Wake County Public Libraries is searching for a Library Branch Manager for the Southgate Community Library. The library is located in the Southgate Plaza Shopping Center at 1601-14 Cross Link Road, Raleigh, NC 27610, convenient to 40 and 440 and just outside downtown. South/Southeast Raleigh is growing in leaps and bounds. This community will be getting a brand-new larger library as part of the Library Bond passed in November 2024. Read more about this and other WCPL building projects at wake.gov/2024-library-bond-project-updates. The Library Manager is responsible for the facility and operations, managing the program experience and supervising a team of Librarians, Library Assistants and Pages. Managers have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and participate in system projects and initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Managing the facility and daily operations Supervising 2 FTE of Librarians, 2 FTE of Library Assistants and Pages Ensuring that the program experience meets the needs of the community Library Managers typically work 8: 15-5: 15 on weekdays; nights and weekends as needed. https://www.wake.gov/departments-government/libraries/about-wcpl/jobs-careers-wcpl/library-positions-descriptions About Our Team Wake County Public Libraries (WCPL), a division of Community Services, has the distinction of being one of the largest and busiest library systems in NC. The system operates eight regional libraries, thirteen community libraries, two specialty libraries, and a bookmobile. It circulates over ten million books a year and welcomes two to three million visitors annually. The Libraries embrace the county core values and strive to be a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. WCPL is proud of its excellent customer service and award-winning programs. It creates experiences that engage people of all ages and backgrounds in Wake County. For more information about WCPL programs, services, and positions, please visit: www.wake.gov/libraries The Basics (Required Education and Experience) Master's degree in Librarianship or related field: MLS, MLIS, MIS, ML from an ALA accredited program or NC program One year of experience as a librarian Equivalent education and experience are NOT accepted Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Three years of professional public library experience One year of public library management experience How Will We Know You're 'The One'? Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills Builds and maintains positive, respectful relationships with staff, peers, colleagues and patrons Leads and motivates staff while fostering mentoring relationships Demonstrates the ability to plan and implement in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Creates vision and goals on a local level that support larger organizational goals Demonstrates good problem-solving skills Understands the importance of building a diverse team and commits to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment About This Position Location: Southgate Library Raleigh, NC 27610 USA Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: 40 hrs. per week, M-F 8: 15-5: 15; some nights and weekends Hiring Range: 66,270 - 89,467 Market Range: 66,270.00 - 112,663.00 Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Posting Closing Date: 7: 00 pm on 6/4/2025 recblid vifxc0vim58xpv575826wucq3j6tq5