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State of Washington

Branch Librarian

Olympia, WA · On-site

$52K - $71K/yr

Oversees the management of the automated circulation system * Oversees the hiring, training, and supervision of incarcerated library clerks Participates in branch library program and assists other ...

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Library Manager

Hanford, CA · On-site

$79K - $97K/yr

... branch collections. * Performs full range of Senior Library Assistant and Librarian duties ... Library Manager Selection Process: **Equal Opportunity Employer** All completed applications and ...

Kings County

Library Manager

Hanford, CA · On-site

$40K/yr

Library Manager The Kings County Library Department is currently seeking qualified individuals for ... branch collections. * Performs full range of Senior Library Assistant and Librarian duties.

Kings County

Library Manager

Hanford, CA · On-site

$79K - $97K/yr

... of branch collections. Performs full range of Senior Library Assistant and Librarian duties ... Library Manager SELECTION PROCESS: **EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER** All completed applications and ...

Kings County, CA

Library Manager

Hanford, CA · On-site

$79K - $97K/yr

... branch collections. * Performs full range of Senior Library Assistant and Librarian duties ... Management Group II = Middle management (all other management not in Group I or III). Confidential ...

Ventura County, CA

Regional Senior Librarian

Ventura, CA · On-site

$88K - $124K/yr

Manages a large library branch and oversees the operation of several smaller branches; * Participates in setting branch library goals, objectives, and policy; collaborates with City Staff in the ...

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How much do branch library manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for branch library manager in the United States is $73,974.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $86,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a branch library manager do?

A Branch Library Manager oversees the daily operations of a local library branch, including supervising staff, managing budgets, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality library services to the community. They are responsible for maintaining the library collection, organizing programs and events, and addressing the needs of library patrons. In addition, they often collaborate with local organizations and help implement the library system's policies and strategic goals. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a branch library manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Branch Library Manager, you need strong leadership, organizational skills, and a background in library science, often supported by a master's degree in library science (MLS/MLIS). Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), cataloging software, and digital resource management is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, and community engagement skills set top candidates apart. These abilities ensure effective branch operations, foster a welcoming environment, and support the library’s mission to serve diverse community needs.

What are some common challenges faced by branch library managers, and how can they be addressed?

Branch Library Managers often navigate challenges such as balancing limited resources with community needs, managing diverse staff and patron expectations, and adapting to technological changes in library services. Addressing these challenges typically involves strong communication, creative problem-solving, and ongoing professional development. Building collaborative relationships with staff, leveraging community partnerships, and staying informed about emerging library trends can help managers effectively meet the evolving demands of their branch.

What is the difference between Branch Library Manager vs Library Assistant?

AspectBranch Library ManagerLibrary Assistant
CredentialsTypically requires a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS)High school diploma or equivalent; some positions may prefer some college coursework or library experience
Work EnvironmentLeads library operations at a specific branch, manages staff, and oversees programsSupports library services, assists patrons, and performs clerical tasks
Employer & Industry UsagePublic, academic, or special librariesPublic and academic libraries

The main difference is that a Branch Library Manager oversees the entire branch, manages staff, and handles administrative duties, while a Library Assistant provides support services, assists patrons, and performs routine tasks. The Manager role requires more advanced education and leadership responsibilities, whereas the Assistant role is more entry-level and support-focused.

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Infographic showing various Branch Library Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,974 per year, or $35.6 per hour.

Library Branch Manager II (Jacinto City Branch Library)

Houston, TX • On-site

Harris County, TX
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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$37.90/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Harris County rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

Salary: $37.90 Hourly
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: 17098
Department: Public Library
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/12/2026 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants: 150
Position Description
Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History
The Harris County Public Library (HCPL) system, established in 1921, began as a collection of small libraries located in stores, post offices, and private homes. Over the years, it has grown into a robust network comprising 26 branch libraries, two technology service centers, and two partner locations that provide collection and circulation services. HCPL serves the communities of unincorporated Harris County and cities without independent library systems.
In 2024, HCPL received the prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the highest honor awarded to libraries in the United States. Bestowed annually by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this award recognizes institutions that deliver exceptional service to their communities. The library was recognized for innovative initiatives like HCPL Connected, Enhanced+ Library Cards, and its Mobile Outreach Librarian program.
HCPL is also recognized as one of the best places to work, offering a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Its dedication to employee well-being, diversity, and community impact makes HCPL more than just a workplace-it's where individuals can grow, inspire, and contribute to meaningful change.
What you will do at Harris County Public Library:
The Library Branch Manager II serves as the primary manager responsible for independently directing the overall operations of a Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 branch. The position establishes operational priorities, allocates staff and resources, supervises and develops employees, manages budgets and facilities, and oversees public services, collections, programming, customer experience, community engagement, and partnerships. The role balances hands-on service delivery with branch-wide leadership, resolves routine to moderately complex operational and employee issues, implements system initiatives, and uses performance data to improve services. The position is accountable for policy compliance, service quality, operational efficiency, staff performance, and overall branch results.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Directs daily operations of a Tier 3 branch, including public services, employee assignments, schedules, service-desk coverage, workflows, facility readiness, safety, and customer experience.
  • Establishes and adjusts staffing, service, and resource priorities as customer demand, employee availability, facility conditions, and operational needs change.
  • Selects, supervises, trains, coaches, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff. Establishes expectations, assigns and reviews work, coordinates schedules and leave, supports employee development, documents performance, and initiates corrective or disciplinary action in accordance with policy.
  • Provides visible branch leadership by communicating HCPL's mission, strategic direction, priorities, and service expectations.
  • Translates system goals into branch objectives, work plans, employee assignments, and measurable service improvements while promoting accountability, teamwork, and follow-through.
  • Interprets, communicates, and administers library policies, procedures, work rules, and service standards for employees and customers.
  • Ensures requirements are applied consistently, explains decisions, addresses noncompliance, and escalates significant legal, safety, employee relations, or policy matters to the appropriate leadership or department.
  • Promotes a customer-centered service culture by modeling professional, respectful, inclusive, and responsive service.
  • Resolves routine to moderately complex inquiries and complaints; supports reference, technology, and information services; and performs professional librarian duties as operational needs require.
  • Plans, directs, and evaluates branch services and programs for children, teens, adults, and circulation service areas.
  • Coordinates staffing, schedules, space, supplies, technology, communications, and partner participation to ensure services are accessible, well organized, and responsive to customer needs.
  • Assesses branch and community needs by reviewing service data, customer feedback, demographic information, program participation, collection use, and barriers to access.
  • Implements or recommends changes to services, procedures, outreach, staffing, and programs to improve participation, responsiveness, and community impact.
  • Leads outreach and community engagement by developing and maintaining relationships with the Friends of the Library, schools, academic institutions, local government, nonprofit organizations, businesses, civic groups, and other partners.
  • Oversees branch collections to ensure materials remain current, accessible, organized, and responsive to community interests.
  • Coordinates selection, maintenance, inventory, shelving, merchandising, displays, promotion, and weeding in accordance with collection-management guidelines and usage data.
  • Develops and administers the branch operating budget and gift funds, when applicable. Plans expenditures, monitors balances, approves or processes purchases within authority, maintains records, and ensures compliance with fiscal requirements.
  • Responds to escalated customer concerns, employee issues, service disruptions, facility concerns, and operational problems.
  • Gathers relevant information, determines appropriate action, communicates decisions, documents significant matters, coordinates follow-up, and escalates high-risk legal, safety, personnel, policy, security, or reputational concerns.
  • Maintains a safe, secure, accessible, and welcoming branch environment by monitoring the facility, emergency readiness, furnishings, equipment, and public areas and coordinating maintenance, technology, security, and continuity needs.
  • Monitors branch performance by analyzing circulation, customer traffic, program attendance, collection use, staffing, budget, service, and operational data.
  • Prepares required reports, identifies trends and performance gaps, establishes improvement actions, and evaluates whether changes produce the intended results.
  • Collaborates with Library Administration, other branches, Circulation, Programs, Partnerships and Outreach, Human Resources, Finance, Facilities, Information Technology, Security, and other departments to coordinate services and implement organizational initiatives.
  • Leads or participates in assigned projects, pilots, committees, workgroups, meetings, training activities, and professional conferences. Coordinates responsibilities, monitors progress, communicates changes, and reports results.
  • Performs related administrative, supervisory, customer-service, and professional library duties as assigned to support branch operations and changing organizational needs.
  • Other duties as assigned

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
All applicants must register and take the HRT Clerical Skills Test and score a minimum of 80% with a typing speed of 30 wpm and 80% accuracy.
Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.
Education and Experience:
  • Master's degree in Library and Information Studies or a related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Five (5) years of full-time professional library experience involving community engagement and planning, collection development and reference services, budgeting and financial resource management, library technology, program management, or service-data analysis.
  • Three (3) years of full-time supervisory experience assigning and evaluating work, managing resources, addressing performance, ensuring productivity, and supporting employee development.

OR
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Seven (7) years of progressively responsible, full-time library or public-service experience involving branch operations, community engagement, collections, budgets, technology, programs, or service evaluation.
  • Five (5) years of full-time supervisory experience assigning and evaluating work, managing resources, addressing performance, ensuring productivity, and supporting employee development.

Additional Requirements:
  • Unofficial copies of transcripts are required along with the application.
  • Available and reliable transportation for work-related duties.
  • Candidates must complete a clerical skills test and achieve a minimum typing speed of 80% aptitude, 30 WPM with at least 80% accuracy

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of branch administration, budgeting, purchasing, resource allocation, facility coordination, public relations, and organizational policies and procedures.
  • Ability to independently establish operational priorities, coordinate multiple branch functions, allocate staff and resources, and maintain consistent service delivery.
  • Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and appropriate decision-making authority in routine to moderately complex situations.
  • Ability to interpret and consistently apply policies, explain decisions, document significant matters, and recognize when an issue requires escalation.
  • Ability to supervise and develop employees, address performance concerns, foster teamwork, and maintain accountability in a diverse workplace.
  • Ability to provide exceptional customer service, resolve concerns, and work effectively with customers, employees, and community partners.
  • Ability to analyze branch data, prepare reports, identify trends, and implement practical service and operational improvements.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, establish effective working relationships, manage competing demands, and follow through on commitments.
  • Proficiency with integrated library systems, reporting and scheduling tools, Microsoft 365, the internet, social media, digital resources, mobile devices, and standard office equipment.
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
  • Ability to use personal mobile device for the County's multifactor authentication process.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience:
  • Experience serving as the primary manager of a public library branch or comparable public-service operation. (preferred)
  • Professional-level experience as a librarian in a public library or public-sector environment. (preferred)
  • Experience providing library services to children, teens, adults, and older adults. (preferred)
  • Experience developing, coordinating, and evaluating services and programs for diverse age groups and community needs. (preferred)
  • Experience leading community engagement and outreach initiatives and working with nonprofit organizations, local government, schools, academic institutions, and community partners. (preferred)
  • Experience with collection development, collection maintenance, and readers' advisory services. (preferred)
  • Experience using integrated library systems, library technologies, digital resources, reporting tools, and online service platforms. (preferred)
  • Experience using data and assessment to evaluate services, improve performance, and support operational decisions. (preferred)

Language:
  • Bilingual (preferred)

General Information
Register Online for the HRT Clerical Skills Test using the following link:
                  • Click the above link to the HRRM Clerical Skills Test registration page
                  • Click on "Apply" to submit your request for testing
                  • You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours
                  • You will have no more than 5 calendar days to access and complete testing
                  • Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application
                  • The test may be taken once every 30 days
                  • Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
  • Full-Time | Regular - 40 hours a week
  • Typical shifts are Day, Evening, Nights, Weekends, etc.
  • Work is primarily performed in a public library environment with extended periods of computer use. Position generally is scheduled Monday-Saturday; rotational evening and weekend shifts. Occasional travel

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Harris County is the third largest county in the United States with more than 4.7 million residents. There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of the Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county's government.

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Houston, TX, US

Year founded

2000

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