Job Opening: Full-Time Branch Manager - Linebaugh Library, at Rutherford County Library System (Murfreesboro, TN)

Summary: Under the direction of the RCLS Director of Libraries, the Branch Manager will serve as librarian-in-charge of a branch library (5,000 sq. ft. or larger), providing leadership for branch staff and managing the overall service plan and operation of the facility including but not limited to services and programs, customer and community relations, outreach and partnership development and oversight of the general maintenance and security of the library building and grounds. An employee in this position at the main branch (Linebaugh Public Library) will be responsible for working with the Director as second in charge and must be able to assume the Director’s responsibilities temporarily when needed and act as Librarian-in-charge in the absence of the Director.  

Responsibilities: Supervises branch personnel, which includes selecting, training, scheduling, work assignment, record keeping, managing workflow and materials handling, evaluating performance, and conducting weekly and monthly staff meetings. Supervises maintenance of the building and grounds. Assesses community needs directing and working with staff to provide relevant library services to the residents living in the service area. Initiates, builds, and maintains contacts in the community and works with community organizations in library-connected programs; forms strategic partnerships with neighborhood organizations and businesses for the enrichment of the communities that the library serves. Selects and manages system-wide online databases. Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports for the Board and the Stones River Regional Library System.Works cooperatively to maximize benefits provided by the Stones River Regional Library System.Responsible for reporting funds collected at the branch in accordance with the plans made by the Director and the bookkeeper. Assists in developing the operating budget; ensures spending and purchases are within the approved budgetary limitations and legal guidelines.Prepares and implements grants to support service programs of RCLS.Represents RCLS in public forums and civic functions with, external agencies, regional communities, neighborhoods, business organizations, schools and school districts, and institutions of higher learning.Performs related duties as assigned.

For more information and to apply, visit:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/63d09005-c54c-47fa-a0a3-26b68919554e/Rutherford-County-Library-System

If you have any questions about the position, feel free to email Rita Shacklett, [log in to unmask], or David Coutcher, [log in to unmask].


David Coutcher - Human Resources Manager

Rutherford County Library System
Administration and Technical Services
1127B Dow Street
Murfreesboro, TN  37130
615-962-7424