BRANCH ASSISTANT MANAGER

Palatine Public Library District

Full-time

On-site

Palatine, Illinois, United States

February 4, 2025

$66,209.00-$73,566.00,Yearly

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Enjoy what you do while contributing to a Library that makes a difference in people’s lives. The Palatine Public Library District is looking for a service-oriented, empathetic, motivated, and collaborative full-time Branch Assistant Manager for our Rand Road and North Hoffman Branches.

Visit http://www.palatinelibrary.org/jobs for a complete job description. 

**How You'll Contribute: **

In general, the Branch Assistant Manager is responsible for: 

  • Assist in managing branch operations, procedures, and process improvements 

  • Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate branch staff and volunteers 

  • Plan and coordinate educational and recreational programs in collaboration with public services teams  Manage branch collections, including selection, weeding, and maintenance 

You’ll Be Successful Because You Have:

  • Master's degree in library science (MLS/MLIS) or equivalent required 

  • Minimum of two years of experience in a public library setting 

  • One year of supervisory experience preferred 

  • Fluency in Spanish (spoken and written)  

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills 

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Office 365, library databases, and integrated library systems (Polaris preferred) 

The ideal candidate will be an innovative and collaborative networker with a welcoming attitude and a desire to go above and beyond to serve our diverse community. 

What We Offer:

  • Salary Range: $66,209-$73,566 annually, depending on qualifications 
  • Full Time: 37.5 hours per week 
  • Eligible to work from home two days per week after successful completion of 90 days.  
  • Benefits include 4 weeks of vacation per year; 12 days of sick time per year; 5 personal days per year; 7½ paid holidays per year; participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund; and medical, life, vision, and dental insurance programs 

How To Get Started:

Employment applications are available online at http://www.palatinelibrary.org/jobs or any Library location. Please submit a completed application, cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the Human Resources Department at [email protected]

About Us:

Palatine Library District inspires connection, curiosity, and joy. We welcome everyone to access diverse materials, collaborative spaces, technology, programs, and services. The Library serves approximately 90,000 residents predominantly within the communities of Palatine and Hoffman Estates. Palatine Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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