Description
We are hiring a Community Library Manager II to provide leadership at the George Latimer Central Library. We are seeking candidates who are leaders and project managers, who embrace innovation, and are committed to applying equity principles to library management. This role will work to create welcoming places and experiences, help community members, lead teams, and take on branch and system-wide leadership roles.
Information Specific to this position: We have one full-time opening at the George Latimer Central Library. The schedule for this position is full-time and will include some evenings and weekends. This position is 100% on-site.
The George Latimer Central Library is located in the heart of downtown Saint Paul at 90 West 4th Street and is a flagship branch of the Saint Paul Public Library system offering expansive collections, innovative programs, technology services, and dynamic spaces that support learning, creativity, and connection for residents of all ages. Staff working here are part of a team committed to advancing literacy, equity, and access to knowledge in one of Minnesota's most iconic civic institutions.
At SPPL, we are committed to staff development and providing our managers with opportunities and resources to make great things happen in our libraries. Apply now to start your journey with us! Questions about this role and working for Saint Paul Public Library? Please email the SPPL HR Liaison at Email: kate.moen@stpaul.gov.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Responsibilities
- Supports library system initiatives and provides tools and resources for staff learning and growth.
- Supervises the work of library staff and oversees performance management.
- Coordinates and implements collections, programs, technology systems and use, and development projects.
- Executes community engagement objectives and provides ongoing outreach.
- Works with leadership to facilitate partnerships in the library space, is proactive in engaging community, and responsive to community direction.
- Leads customer service delivery in the building and through various programs and services.
- Coordinates daily operations and services of a larger or more complex branch or as part of a system wide responsibility, ensuring the needs of staff and patrons are met in a safe and welcoming environment.
- For more information and essential functions, see our job description on our website!
Qualifications
An American Library Association (ALA) accredited master’s degree in library science.
Or
A bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience to include at least three of the following: a library setting, project or program implementation, volunteer coordination, team facilitation, customer service delivery, or community outreach work.
Or
An associate degree or two years of relevant college coursework; AND four years of professional experience to include the majority of the following: experience in library setting, project or program implementation, volunteer coordination, team facilitation, customer service delivery, or community outreach work.
Four years of vacancy related experience can be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Vacancy-related experience includes experience includes the majority of the following: experience in library setting, project or program implementation, volunteer coordination, team facilitation, customer service delivery, or community outreach work.
City of Saint Paul
Suite 200 City Hall Annex
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55102
US
