Library Branch Manager at Wake County Public Library in Raleigh, North Carolina

Job Description:

Excellent Library Management Opportunity
in Dynamic Wake County!

Wake County Public Libraries is searching for a new Library Branch Manager for the Richard B. Harrison Community Library. The library is located at 1313 New Bern Avenue, just east of downtown Raleigh. The library has a rich history as the first library to serve the African-American community and will celebrate its 90th anniversary in November 2025. Richard B. Harrison Community Library was founded by Mollie Huston Lee and in addition to being a library for the neighborhood community, houses the Mollie Huston Lee Special Book Collection begun in 1935 by Mrs. Lee to reflect the African diaspora and the African-American experience.

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 2.5 FTE of Librarians, 5 FTE of Library Assistants and Pages
Ensuring that the programs and services meet the needs of the community
Engaging in outreach initiatives to reach and support library neighbors in Southeast Raleigh
Partnering with Collection Development Services to manage the ongoing preservation and development of the Mollie Huston Lee Special Book Collection
Library Managers typically work 8:15-5:15 on weekdays and may be required to work nights and weekends.

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 skillsBuilds and maintains positive, productive relationships with staff, peers, colleagues and public
Leads and motivates staff while fostering mentoring relationships
Demonstrates a high level of energy with 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 kills
li>Understands the importance of building a diverse team and commits to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment

About This Position
Location: Richard B Harrison Library Raleigh, NC 27610

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 4/28/2025

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