Branch Managers
THE POSITION
Our branch managers have the unique opportunity to lead Columbus Metropolitan Library’s (CML) award-winning branches in busy and diverse neighborhoods. We are actively seeking candidates for three specific branches: Northern Lights, Shepard, Northside (open 2017.) All three locations are part of CML’s 10-project aspirational building program and are blueprints for the next generation library we’re providing customers.
The branch manager leads a team that provides world-class customer service to diverse people of all ages who rely on the vital programs, services and access to technology that CML brings to the community. As a community leader, the branch manager advances partnerships with organizations that share our vision and purpose, and help us achieve positive outcomes that move our library and community forward together in a changing world.
This position has a high level of independence in managing staff and materials to achieve the library’s goals. The branch manager aligns programs and activities with the library’s strategic and tactical plan objectives. As an industry leader, we are looking for stellar talent; our pay and benefits are highly competitive.
For more information and to apply, visit columbuslibrary.org/careers.
The closing date is 11/30/16.
THE ORGANIZATION
Columbus Metropolitan Library is an award-winning profession leader. We’ve been ranked the number one library in the nation multiple times, Library Journal named us National Library of the Year in 2010 and in 2011 we earned the National Medal for Community Service. Our customers experience world-class service and hiring exceptional staff is the key to our success. We’re embracing the changing role of libraries in the digital age and evolving our services to meet the needs of our customers. We are imbedded in the diverse communities we serve. We work with partners and community leaders to ensure we understand and meet the needs of our customers in these unique neighborhoods.
THE BENEFITS
We offer a strong benefits package. Our staff enjoys health insurance with 100% coverage of preventative care.
We offer dental, vision, long and short-term disability, life insurance and we are part of the Ohio Public
Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
THE CITY
Columbus is home to The Ohio State University Buckeyes, the Columbus Crew, NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets and the Columbus Clippers, the Cleveland Indians’ Triple-A affiliate team. Its vibrant arts and cultural community boasts the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, BalletMet, Columbus Museum of Art, the Short North arts community, Center for Science and Industry (COSI) and Wexner Center for the Arts. The Ohio State University and more than a dozen institutions of higher learning call Columbus home.
For more information and to apply, visit columbuslibrary.org/careers.