Description
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. 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
Qualifications
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