Library Services Manager

The City of Duluth is seeking a Library Manager to lead its team of dedicated library staff, work with the Duluth Public Library’s three supporting organizations, and inspire innovative services to meet community needs. If you are interested in joining a library team that prides itself on providing a safe, welcoming place for everyone in the community, please read on.

The Library Manager works with four Library Supervisors to oversee a team of more than 50 full-time equivalent staff at three locations. The Manager serves as the staff liaison to the Duluth Public Library Board, an advisory board composed of nine community members. In addition, the Manager has a seat on the boards for the Duluth Library Foundation and the Friends of the Duluth Public Library, and represents DPL on various regional and statewide committees.

The Duluth Public Library is a division of the City of Duluth’s Property, Parks and Libraries Department. The Library Manager reports to the Department Director.

The ideal candidate will be a librarian with a Master’s Degree in Library Science and five or more years of library experience, at least two of which are at a supervisory level. The ability to lead a large, diverse staff and foster positive relationships with community members is essential for this position. Experience in long-term planning and community engagement is a plus.

Eligible City of Duluth employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Deferred Compensation
• Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.

• Plan, direct, supervise and evaluate library operations and services at the main and branch libraries.
• Establish short- and long-range goals and objectives within budgetary constraints.
• Develop and monitor division budget.
• Maintain awareness of changing trends and technology in public library operations to aid in formulating, recommending, implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of new or revised methods and plans to increase productivity, improve performance, and reduce costs.
• Supervise the development, organization, and coordination of work plans by Library Supervisors in their respective areas.
• Review and evaluate service levels, needs, and interests of the community and determine how to meet those needs. Develop and implement programs/projects.
• Work with library staff and Library Board to develop policies and ensure policies are upheld in day-to-day operations.
• Prepare various reports, records, and correspondence to meet City and State requirements, community needs, and applicable laws.
• Represent the library at professional, governmental, and community events and meetings.
• Supervise assigned staff and serve as a resource to Library Supervisors in coaching, disciplining, and reviewing their assigned staff.
• Evaluate and effectively respond to requests and complaints from the public, City staff, and other entities.
• Provide for effective utilization of the media to communicate library programs, services, issues, and needs to the community.
• Maintain awareness of pertinent legislation, regulations, and professional developments that may affect library or City operations and disseminate information to appropriate personnel.
• Act as City's liaison to the advisory Duluth Library Board, the Friends of the Library, and the Duluth Library Foundation Board.
• Coordinate…