Library Operations Manager Jobs in Lehigh Acres, FL

Salary: $68,250.00 - $79,170.00 Annually
Location : 3095 Blount Street, Fort Myers, FL
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 08004KG
Department: Library System
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: 8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Description
Location: Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library - 3095 Blount Street, Fort Myers, FL 33916
At the Lee County Library System, we do more than lend books, we build community. With 13 active branches, innovative resources, and impactful programs, we empower people of all ages to explore, learn, and connect.
If you're passionate about public service, creativity, and helping others thrive, this is your opportunity to grow your career and make a real difference.
Duties and Responsibilities
As a Librarian, Branch Manager, you'll lead a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional library services, programs, and outreach to a diverse community. You'll help shape the vision for your branch, support staff development, and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
You'll serve as both a leader and collaborator-managing daily operations, mentoring staff, and ensuring the library remains a vital hub of learning, connection, and discovery.
Your responsibilities may include:

• Overseeing daily branch operations, ensuring smooth workflows, responsive service, and a positive patron experience
• Supervising, coaching, and evaluating staff; fostering professional growth and a collaborative team culture
• Planning, supporting, and promoting engaging programs for all ages in collaboration with staff and community partners
• Acting as a liaison to local organizations, schools, and neighborhood groups to strengthen community connections
• Managing the branch collection, including selection, weeding, and merchandising of materials
• Serving as the primary point of contact for customer concerns, policy enforcement, and safety issues
• Monitoring facility needs and coordinating with appropriate departments for maintenance and improvements
• Providing friendly, knowledgeable customer service and modeling service excellence for staff
• Staying informed about library trends, technologies, and best practices-and guiding your team through change
• Contributing to system-wide initiatives, strategic planning, and service innovations
• Supporting budget planning and resource allocation to meet community and branch priorities

As Branch Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping not only your library's daily operations, but also its lasting impact on the community.
To succeed in this role, you'll need strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with a team, and a commitment to providing inclusive service to a diverse community. You should be comfortable engaging with patrons of all ages, including children, teens, and those who speak languages other than English. Initiative, creativity, and flexibility are key-along with a willingness to grow and learn.
Spanish language skills are a plus.
Education, Experience, Licensing
What We're Looking For:Minimum Requirements:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an accredited graduate library school program, or a closely related field
• Two (2) years of experience in a library, customer service, or a closely related field

Preferred:

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as a professional librarian
• Two (2) years of related library experience
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record

Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly, with variable hours that may include evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays
Location Flexibility: Employees may be reassigned temporarily or permanently to other locations in the system based on operational needs
Team Culture: You'll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and outstanding service-both to the public and to one another.
Why Join Lee County Library System?

• Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community engagement
• Work in a 13-branch system serving a diverse and growing population
• Deliver programs, services, and resources that inspire learning and lifelong curiosity
• Support access to books, technology, and opportunity-for everyone in our community

About the Library System
Founded in 1964, the Lee County Library System includes 13 branches. With a collection of over 1.6 million items and an annual circulation of approximately 4.5 million, we are committed to delivering high-quality services, resources, and programs that meet the needs of our diverse and growing community.
About Lee County
Located in beautiful Southwest Florida, Lee County is a growing region known for its white-sand beaches, active lifestyle, and welcoming communities. Home to over 800,000 residents, it's a great place to live, work, and grow your career. With excellent schools, recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life, Lee County offers the perfect blend of work and play.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at
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Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
01
This position is 80 hours bi-weekly; hours and days will vary to include evenings, Saturdays and some Sundays. Are you available to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

02
What is your highest level of education completed? (Be sure to include this experience in the Education section of your application.)

• High school diploma or GED
• Some college coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Currently enrolled in a Master's program (Library/Information Science)
• Master's Degree in Library/Information Science or related field
• PhD

03
Which of the following library services are you experienced with? (Select all that apply. Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Reader's advisory
• Reference assistance
• Programming and outreach
• Technology assistance/training
• Collection development/maintenance
• Customer service
• Supervising volunteers or staff
• None of the above

04
Which of the following age groups have you planned or led programs for? (Select all that apply. Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Children (ages 0-12)
• Teens (ages 13-18)
• Adults
• Seniors
• None

05
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

06
Please select all Lee County Library branches where you would be interested in working:

• Bonita Springs Public Library10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
• Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33914
• Captiva Memorial Library11560 Chapin Lane, Captiva, FL 33924
• Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library3095 Blount Street, Fort Myers, FL 33916
• East County Regional Library881 Gunnery Road N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
• Fort Myers Regional Library2450 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
• Johann Fust Community Library1040 West 10th Street, Boca Grande, FL 33921
• Lakes Regional Library15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers, FL 33919
• North Fort Myers Public Library2001 N Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
• Northwest Regional Library519 Chiquita Blvd. N, Cape Coral, FL 33993
• Pine Island Public Library10701 Russell Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922
• Riverdale Public Library2421 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers, FL 33905
• South County Regional Library21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero, FL 33928

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