Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) is seeking two dynamic and enthusiastic Branch Managers (Senior Library Managers) to provide leadership and direction to teams of public service professionals at Haymarket Gainesville Library and Montclair Library. The Branch Manager position is ideal for a leader with strong management skills who is ready to impact the fifth year of our current strategic plan and move PWPL into the next five-year plan. The Branch Manager must have a passion for creating an environment of teamwork that embraces change and excellent customer service. They must possess effective management skills and be knowledgeable about the administrative and programmatic operations of public libraries. The Branch Manager will have the ability to impact the future of library service and affect cultural and organizational change, and is the perfect opportunity for a creative, innovative team player who wants to share their passion for customer service with the Prince William County community.
 
 ABOUT THIS ROLE

• Supervises management staff, including creating and writing annual evaluations, facilitating the staff discipline process and managing employees to improve/maximize performance.
• Provides branch budget oversite, including managing the aspects of the Friends of the Library and sub fund budgets; completing all applicable financial paperwork.
• Managing the facility; submitting work requests as required.
• Engages in communication with our stakeholders and provides excellent internal and external customer service.
• One position will manage the Haymarket Gainesville Library, which is located on the western end of the County. The second position will manage Montclair Library, which is located on the eastern end of the County.

PREFERENCES
 The successful candidate will possess the ability to oversee the daily operations of all facets of public services in the branch, which includes programming and technology assistance and access. Preferred experience includes a minimum of:

• 2-3 years demonstrated successful management of a similarly sized library branch or department and in managing Supervisors 
• 2-3 years managing para-professional and professional staff 
• 2-3 years serving on system wide workgroups, focus groups and leadership teams 
• 2-3 years of experience with ILS, meeting room/Event software, reading program software 
• 1-2 years implementing strategic plan objectives 
• 1-2 years overseeing budget, payroll, managing grant, non-profit funding 
• 2 years customer service experience
• 2 years of facility management

 SCHEDULE:  These are full-time, exempt positions. Both branches are currently open 6 days a week (subject to change). The schedule includes days, evenings, and weekends. Schedule may vary depending upon the needs of the library.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Position requires travel during work hours. A DMV check will be conducted for all employees operating vehicles during work hours.
 
ENTRY SALARY RANGE: $79,009 - $96,452Click here for the class description