Library Supervisor

Maricopa County, AZ

$68K — $99K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • One year of professional library experience
  • Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution
  • Experience as a supervisor or lead is a plus
  • Familiarity with public library operations is beneficial
  • Experience in presenting and facilitating library programs is valued

Responsibilities

  • Interview, train, supervise, and evaluate branch staff and volunteers
  • Plan and conduct engaging programs for the public
  • Deliver exceptional customer service addressing queries and promoting resources
  • Schedule staff and manage leave for equitable workload distribution
  • Maintain attractive and organized collections with effective merchandising
  • Act on behalf of the Branch Manager in their absence
  • Contribute to goals and policies for branch operations
  • Ensure safety, security, and maintenance of the library branch
  • Identify operational needs and propose improvements to enhance service

Benefits

  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Opportunity to impact community engagement and library services
  • Potential for professional development in library management
  • Flexible work setting with favorable working conditions
  • Engagement with diverse community members and organizations
Full Job Description
Posting Date
09/01/26

Application Deadline
09/07/26

Pay Range
$68,000 - $99,000 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation

Job Type
Unclassified

Department
Library District

About the Position

If you seek to lead people and inspire teamwork, and have a passion for contributing to the success of your community, then the Perry Library Supervisor position is for you!

As the Library Supervisor for our Perry Library, you will oversee staff and daily operations for a large branch library under a Branch Manager's guidance.

Join us now to work collaboratively with library staff and the community to enrich the lives of members of our community!

We Require
  • One year of professional library experience
  • Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Associated (ALA) accredited school


We Also Value
  • Experience as a supervisor or lead
  • Experience in a public library
  • Experience presenting and facilitating programs in a library setting


Job Contributions
  • Interviews, trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned branch staff and volunteers
  • Plans and conducts programs for the public
  • Provides exceptional customer service by responding to customer queries and concerns, assisting customers with digital devices, and promoting all material types and products while applying the district's Great Expectations philosophy
  • Schedules staff and authorizes leave to ensure an equitable distribution of work and adequate staffing
  • Maintains vibrant and attractive collections by employing merchandising techniques, presenting engaging displays, and following adopted collection maintenance practices
  • Acts on behalf of the Large Branch Manager in their absence
  • Assists with establishing, evaluating and revising branch goals, objectives, policies and procedures
  • Oversees the maintenance, safety, and security of the branch
  • Identifies needs and provides recommendations for improving branch operations (use of space, equipment, staffing, training, etc.)
  • Acts as a liaison to outside organizations and serves on standing and/or ad-hoc committees


Working Conditions
  • Work is performed in a library setting, typically consisting of office or administrative work, and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
  • Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and walk/stand to a significant degree


Selection Procedure
  • Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
  • Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
  • Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive


Apply Now!

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