What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Branch Manager - Whitney Library position at Las Vegas-Clark County Library District?
The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is currently hiring for an Assistant Branch Manager at the Whitney Library.
General Summary:
Under the intermittent supervision of the Branch Manager, the Assistant Branch Manager assists in the operational and administrative leadership of a designated District branch. This position supervises and manages branch service delivery and directly/indirectly supervises assigned staff. The Assistant Branch Manager is also responsible for fostering positive relationships within the community and assisting with the oversight of branch projects, programs, and committees. Acts as Person-in-Charge (PIC) on a routine basis and as needed.
Description of hours and wages:
The pay range for this position is $95,120.54 to $127,471.07 per year. Pay typically begins at the minimum of the pay range, and employees are eligible for annual merit and COLA increases per District policy.
This is a full-time (40 hours per week), FLSA exempt position.
Application Deadline:
The application deadline for this position is 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. To be considered for this position, applications must be submitted prior to this deadline at thelibrarydistrict.org/jobs.
*We anticipate interviewing for this position on or around July 8, 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Librarian plus:
1. Assists the Branch Manager with the day-to-day operational management of a designated library branch by:
a. Planning short-term (daily to annual) operational goals for the assigned branch.
b. Organizing the assigned branch, departments, and employees to achieve established goals.
c. Staffing the branch and assigned departments within budgetary guidelines to meet service demand and requisite skill needs.
d. Directing staff to achieve established goals.
e. Coordinating with other branches and administrative departments to meet established branch and District goals.
f. Developing, maintaining, and monitoring key branch reporting metrics to achieve and control desired quality outcomes.
g. Developing, maintaining, and monitoring the annual branch budget to achieve established goals and utilize District resources in an efficient and effective manner.
2. Supervises assigned staff and assists in the supervision of branch staff, including but not limited to:
a. Performance coaching and management.
b. Career counseling and development.
c. Conflict resolution.
3. Assists with the oversight of branch projects, programs, vendors, and committees to support and achieve branch initiatives and goals.
4. Develops relationships and communicates with the local community to assist in the establishment of programs and outreach initiatives to support community and District goals.
5. Prepares and maintains files, records, and reports.
6. Organizes and reviews work for efficient results and accuracy.
7. Monitors branch compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, best practices, and District policies and procedures.
8. Monitors and adapts to current and emerging trends in library administration, library science and public administration, and provides recommendations for branch and District strategies and planning.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies:
Competencies of Librarian plus:
Library of Congress Classification System
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
Required: Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).
Preferred: N/A
Experience:
Required: Three (3) years professional librarian experience with at least two (2) years supervisory experience.
Preferred: Three (3) years professional librarian experience, with at least two (2) years supervisory experience in a public library.
License or Certification:
Required:
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- Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Nevada Driver’s License at the time of hire.
- Prior completion of Las Vegas-Clark County Library District’s Person-in-Charge (PIC) Training, or completion of core PIC Training within six (6) months of assuming the position.
- District provided AED/CPR certification must be completed within six months from date of employment and must be maintained (current) while in a covered position.
Preferred: N/A
Salary : $95,120 - $127,471