Librarian Collection Development Manager – Library Administration, Fort Bend County Libraries, (Richmond, TX)

Posted October 26, 2026

Job Description

Position Duties

Develops and implements a collection development policy that supports the library’s mission and reflects community interests.
Oversees the selection, acquisition, organization, and weeding of materials in all formats, including digital resources.
Analyzes usage statistics, community demographics, and trends to identify collection needs and gaps.
Prepares and manages the materials budget, ensuring responsible allocation of funds.
Explores alternative funding sources, including grants and partnerships, to enhance collection.
Serves as the primary administrator responsible for Adult Collection Development, overseeing selection priorities, collection evaluation, acquisition recommendations, and ongoing collection maintenance.
Provides leadership, direction and oversight of the entire Collection Development team, which also includes the Acquisitions, Electronic Resources, Support Services and System Circulation teams.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are a bachelor’s degree in library science, Information Science, or a related field. Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association accredited program preferred.
Five (5) or more years of experience in collection development or technical services in a library setting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Experience with electronic resource management (ERM), maintaining electronic resources and vendor negotiations.
Familiarity with managing diverse and multilingual collections.
Experience in integrated library systems (ILS) and collection analysis tools.
Proven ability to lead and inspire teams toward achieving organizational goals.
Ability to work evenings or weekends as needed for special projects or events.

Hours & Compensation

This is a Full Time position.

Starting salary range: $35.42 – $44.28 hourly based on qualifications

How to Apply

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