The City of Richmond Public Library system is actively seeking highly qualified, dynamic, creative, and organized candidates to fill the role of Library/Community Services Manager for Youth Services System-wide. This position entails leading, managing, and coordinating activities across various library locations while engaging with library users of all ages in a diverse community, requiring exemplary customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee services and programs for Youth Services and Young Adult Services, ages 0-18.
• Collaborate with local schools and neighborhood organizations to deliver joint services.
• Represent the Richmond Public Library through community presentations and outreach activities.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate staff for library programs at all 9 locations for Youth Services and Young Adult Services.
• Oversee the RVA Reads program and manage location collections.
• Respond to customer inquiries, utilizing emerging technologies effectively for Library programs.
• Develop goals, objectives, performance plans, and budgets for assigned location activities aligned with the Library Strategic Plan.

Additional Details:

• This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to support public service hours.
• The Richmond Public Library emphasizes employee growth by offering training and educational workshops to selected candidates.

Qualifications and Skills:

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in library science or information services from an ALA accredited library school.
• Five (5) years of public library experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge in automated library systems, reference tools, community needs, and emerging technologies.
• Skill in managing staff, developing library programs, establishing partnerships, and decision-making aligned with objectives.
• Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and time management skills.

Special Requirements:

• Must be eligible and able to obtain Librarian’s Professional Certification through the Commonwealth of Virginia within one year of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Richmond values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The City of Richmond is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is an Official V3 Certified Company supporting veterans.