Description

Job Summary
This leadership role is ideal for an innovative and experienced library professional ready to help shape and modernize public library collections and technical services. The position provides an opportunity to manage staff, oversee system-wide materials operations, and contribute to strategic planning and budget decisions that support a multi-branch library system.

The Assistant Division Chief plays a key leadership role within the materials and technical services function, supporting daily operations, staff supervision, and long-term service improvements. Working closely with senior leadership, this role focuses on ensuring efficient workflows, high-quality cataloging and processing, and effective access to library resources for patrons.

 
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership, oversight, and strategic direction to multiple materials and technical services units
Directly supervise and support cataloging staff to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established standards
Manage supervisors responsible for physical processing and courier operations to ensure timely materials handling and delivery
Collaborate with division leadership on policies, procedures, priorities, and materials budget planning
Oversee subscription databases to ensure effective maintenance, accessibility, and alignment with collection goals
Support continuous improvement of workflows, systems, and internal customer service across departments

Requirements

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience
Master’s degree in library or information science
Two (2) years of public library experience
One (1) year of supervisory experience
 
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated leadership, management, and technical services experience in a library or similar setting
Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing staff
Experience managing technical services or materials operations
Knowledge of cataloging principles, standards, and bibliographic record management
Experience coordinating physical processing, courier services, or support service functions
Experience with collection development, acquisitions, and collection evaluation
Budget management experience, including materials funds and spending priorities
Proficiency with integrated library systems (ILS) and library technologies
Experience developing or implementing policies, procedures, and best practices
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly
 
Special Requirements
Occasional travel to other branches may be required
Driving record verification may be required for employees who drive while on business