Assistant Chief Librarian

Assistant Chief Librarian

An assistant chief librarian helps the chief librarian manage daily library operations, supervise staff, and plan library programs and budgets.

Core Responsibilities

· Administrative support : Help the chief librarian develop long-term plans, write reports, and manage department budgets.

· Staff supervision : Train, schedule, and oversee librarians, assistants, and volunteers.

· Operations management : Run the library and make executive decisions when the chief librarian is absent.

· Collection and technology oversight : Help select books or digital resources and maintain library software and computer systems.

· Public service : Assist patrons with difficult research questions and resolve public complaints.

Required Qualifications

· Education : A Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or a similar field.

· Experience : Several years of library work, including past experience managing or supervising others.

· Skills : Strong leadership, communication, budgeting, and knowledge of modern library technology.

Work Location: In person