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Branch Manager, Schweitzer Brentwood Branch, (Springfield, MO)

Posted August 17, 2026

Job Description:

The Branch Manager is responsible for the overall management of the library branch, including overseeing daily operations, coordinating staff, and ensuring high-quality patron services. This role involves developing and implementing branch-specific programs and services, managing the branch budget, and collaborating with community stakeholders to meet local information
and educational needs. The Branch Manager also plays a key role in staff training and development, facilities management, and promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment for library users of all ages. Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills are essential for success in this position.

Position Duties:

  • Assumes responsibility for daily operations of the library branch
  • Coordinates all branch library services and programming in compliance with system policies and procedures
  • Manages, schedules, and trains branch staff to ensure productivity and high levels of patron service and enforces compliance with Library policy as stated in the Personnel Policy Manual
  • Prepares and submits the branch budget, and assumes accountability for expenditures for programming, equipment, building maintenance, collection expansion, technology, utilities, professional services, and personnel
  • Maintains positive relations with the community in the branch service area, and serves as a liaison between the library and various community organizations
  • Interprets and implements the Library’s General Conduct Policy
  • Consistently punctual for work and meetings. Completes assigned duties in a timely manner.
  • Exemplifies professional attitude and demeanor while engaging constituents, including the ability to work and interact with others in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner.
  • This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

  • MLS, or MLIS degree from an ALA accredited institution
  • Professional, supervisory, public library experience desired
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in customer service excellence
  • Proficient with current technology, including recent innovations, library functions and current issues facing libraries, and a grasp of the evolving role of libraries

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated ability to organize work effectively, lead and direct personnel and plan and carry out programs
  • Superior oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively respond to problems and complaints with library patrons and/or staff
  • Considerable knowledge of library management, with particular emphasis on patron services and staff development
  • Thorough understanding of trends in libraries and related technologies
  • Working knowledge of general management practices

Hours & Compensation:

This is a full-time exempt position, approximately 40 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work budgeted hours during open hours of the library: Monday through Thursday 8:30am to 9:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 7:00 pm and Sunday 10:00am to 6:00pm. Some hours outside the open hours of the library will be required.

Salary: $87,838.40 per year

How To Apply:

To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit the official job posting, linked here.

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