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Minnesota City Jobs

$93K - $133K/yr

The position leads short- and long-term planning, establishes operational priorities, and ... progressive public library management experience covering a broad range of financial ...

Tamus

Library Specialist II - Periodicals

Canyon, TX · On-site

$15.34/hr

Job Title Library Specialist II - Periodicals Agency West Texas A&M University Department Library ... Participates in Resources & Metadata Management Unit operations * Assists with the training of unit ...

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Village of Palm Springs

Library Manager

Lake Worth, FL · On-site

$87K/yr

Directs and manages the overall operations, services and staff of the Library. Plans, develops, and implements comprehensive library programs, services, and initiatives aligned with community needs.

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for library operations manager in the United States is $63,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $77,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a library operations manager do?

A library operations manager oversees the daily functions of a library, including staff management, budgeting, and ensuring efficient service delivery. They coordinate activities such as cataloging, facility maintenance, and implementing policies to improve library operations, often using management software and requiring strong organizational skills.

How much do library operations managers make in the US?

Library operations managers in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and the size of the library. Salaries can vary based on factors such as education level, certifications, and specific responsibilities within the library environment.

What is the difference between Library Operations Manager vs Library Technician?

AspectLibrary Operations ManagerLibrary Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, management experienceAssociate's degree or certification
Work EnvironmentAdministrative, managerial tasks in librariesAssisting patrons, cataloging, technical support
Employer & Industry UsagePublic, academic, or special libraries in leadership rolesSupport staff in various library settings
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding managerial roles and responsibilitiesOperational support and technical duties

The Library Operations Manager oversees library functions, staff, and strategic planning, requiring management experience and higher education. In contrast, the Library Technician focuses on technical support, cataloging, and assisting patrons, often with technical certifications. Both roles are essential in library operations but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and scope of work.

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Infographic showing various Library Operations Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,456 per year, or $30.5 per hour.

Library - Director

Library Systems & Services LLC

Farmers Branch, TX • On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Library - Director I supports the LS&S mission, vision, and values through exceptional leadership and dedicated customer focus. The Library - Director I is responsible for ensuring contract requirements are met in a single-location library system.
The Director will lead a team of library staff members who are committed to creating a thriving library in the heart of their community. The Library - Director I will be responsible for building a strong partnership with their local official(s) and managing the customer relationship. Library contract value up to 1 million dollars.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES
  • Manages with integrity, honesty, and knowledge to promote the culture, values, and mission of LS&S and creates thriving libraries in the heart of our communities
  • Evaluate library environments and key operational indicators to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement
  • Reports regularly to the VP of Library Operations and meets weekly with VP via ZOOM on a set schedule
  • Coaches' library staff to help achieve operational goals
  • Monitors and manages staffing levels
  • Develops the library team to deliver excellent customer service and patron experiences
  • Evaluates and supports the performance of library staff
  • Implements action plans that meet operational and organizational objectives
  • Keeps current with library trends, issues, and technology as well as political, economic, and demographic issues that may affect library services and advanced programming
  • Plans and executes local, regional, and company initiatives to achieve both operational excellence and business results; follows up consistently to ensure accountability to plans
  • Utilizes existing tools and best practices to ensure effective library operations
  • Utilizes and helps Library staff utilize management information tools and analyzes financial reports and other library-related data (usage, demographics, trends, etc.) to identify and address library system trends and issues
  • Oversee the selection, acquisition, and processing of library materials to meet public needs within the structure of library selection policies and budgetary limitations
  • Responsible for the local management of the customer relationship (city/county officials, governing boards, library boards)
  • Regularly solicit client, other stakeholder, and patron feedback to understand client needs and the needs of the local community
  • Establish a positive, healthy, and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
  • Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures, and practices
  • Know, understand, and administer the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library. In addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies)
  • Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
  • MLIS degree is required
  • One to three years of supervisory experience preferred
  • Experience analyzing and applying financial reports and library-related data (usage, demographics, trends, etc.)
  • Basic knowledge of programming and financial management
  • Experience in a role that requires frequent interaction with patrons, fulfilling the requests of patrons, and responsibility for addressing patron issues, questions, and suggestions
  • The Library Director should demonstrate competence in all of the following:
  • Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile, and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency
  • Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values of the organization
  • Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization
  • Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques
  • Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve the operations of the library and to create new opportunities
  • Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters
  • Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness
  • Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization
  • Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions that are timely and in the best interests of the organization
  • Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress toward goals, and track details, data, information, and activities
  • Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results
  • Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
  • Think Strategically: Assesses options and actions based on trends and conditions in the environment and the vision and values of the organization
  • Resilience - the ability to pivot in response to challenges, maintain flexibility, and regulate emotions to remain focused and effective in one's work.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.
  • Occasionally lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, books, and other materials.

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Salary range - $85,000 - $95,000

Salary Description
$85,000 - $95,000

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