Branch Supervisor, Davies Library

Branch Supervisor, Davies Library Connecting Communities Through Leadership

Are you a people-focused leader who enjoys helping employees thrive while creating exceptional experiences for the community? Do you enjoy work that balances team leadership, daily operations, problem-solving, and public service in an environment where every day brings something new?

Arapahoe Libraries is seeking a Branch Supervisor to lead daily operations at Davies Library, support and develop staff, and create positive experiences for our community. You'll help foster a welcoming, community-centered library where employees are supported, and patrons feel connected.

Located in Deer Trail, Davies Library serves a small, rural community. The library shares space with the local school, creating a unique environment that requires thoughtful leadership, strong relationship-building, and an understanding of multiple service needs.

The Branch Supervisor leads the day-to-day operations of the library while supporting employees, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring excellent service for the community. This role balances operational oversight, staff development, community engagement, and customer relations while helping advance district priorities and library goals.

• Oversee daily library operations by allocating resources, prioritizing work, sharing information, and making decisions that support efficient branch operations.
• Troubleshoot facility and equipment concerns and coordinate with other departments as needed.
• Create staff schedules that ensure appropriate coverage and excellent service.
• Provide direct patron assistance and support collection maintenance and materials handling as needed.
• Maintains a relationship with the Deer Trail School to support building and school community needs.

• Recruit, interview, hire, train, and develop employees.
• Monitor performance, provide coaching and feedback, and support professional growth.
• Manage scheduling, timekeeping, assignments, priorities, and department operations.
• Foster collaboration, communication, team building, and adaptability.
• Support organizational initiatives and contribute to branch-level planning.
• Lead by example and work alongside staff to support excellent service.

• Build positive relationships with staff, patrons, and community members.
• Resolve concerns by researching issues, evaluating options, and identifying solutions.
• Support outreach and relationship-building efforts that strengthen community connections.

• Participate in project teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Contribute to district work as a team member or project manager.
• May lead district trainings and support broader organizational priorities.

• People-first leadership: You enjoy helping employees succeed through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and support.
• Community connection: You understand the importance of building relationships, strengthening connections, and helping the library grow as a trusted and valued community resource.
• Operational confidence: You can balance multiple priorities, make informed decisions, and keep daily operations running smoothly.
• Growth mindset: You embrace new ideas, support evolving services, and look for opportunities to expand programs, resources, and meaningful community engagement.
• Adaptability and initiative: You embrace change, take ownership of challenges, and look for opportunities to improve service and processes.
• Customer service mindset: You are committed to creating welcoming experiences and building positive relationships with people from all backgrounds.
• Equity-Focused Perspective: You promote inclusivity, embrace diverse perspectives, and prioritize fairness while helping create a culture of respect, belonging, and access for all.
• Alignment to ALD Core Values: You value collaboration, equity, innovation, open communication, continuous learning, and constructive problem-solving.

• Two years of similar or related experience, such as library service or customer service.
• 0-2 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring others.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills, including practical thinking, problem solving, adaptability, coaching, mentoring, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to keep confidential information.
• Ability to travel between facilities.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work independently, be proactive, and show initiative.
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks.
• Intermediate technology skills for Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft Edge, and Microsoft Teams, with the ability to learn and apply new technologies.
• Ability to demonstrate curiosity in the technological and online resources the library provides and learn alongside patrons.
• Ability to communicate new ideas,…