LIBRARY DIRECTOR (BRANCH MANAGER)
Pay Grade 21
Hiring Range: $52,264 - $60,000 DOQ and years of experience
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs complex work to organize and direct the functions and development for the Town of
Liberty library branch which is also part of the Randolph County Library System.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
An employee in this class plans and directs the operations of the Town’s Library. Work includes
making selections and buying books and materials which are most desired and needed by patrons
and community, supervising staff, and organizing special projects and programs. Daily work
responsibilities involve supervision and direct service to patrons in using the library, including
recommending reference materials and books, coordinating programs for children and teachers
both on and off site, and checking books in and out. Responsible for development and
presentation of the annual budget proposal to the Liberty Town Council, manages the annual
library budget for the Town of Liberty. Employee has extensive contact at many levels with
public both in directly serving library patrons and Town Council. General supervision is
provided by the Liberty Town Manager. This Town of Liberty Library is also an extension of the
Randolph County Library System and incorporates Randolph County Libraries mission and
values. Responsibilities for the County Library System include monthly and yearly statistics
reports, attending Library related county-wide meetings for all branch managers, providing
advanced monthly programming calendars, and coordinating with other library branches within
the county for shared and joint programming, especially during the summer months.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
● Formulates annual budget for the Town of Liberty, monitors, approves and oversees budget
to meet objectives
● Manages and oversees funding from the Randolph County Library System for materials
purchases, leases, and reporting for associated grant-related funding (Grassroots Grants)
● Performs all library accounting functions, completes deposits, oversees donations and
associated purchases
● Prepares grant applications, administers and evaluates grants and other outside funding
● Prepares monthly, annual and as requested statistical and narrative reports for both the Town
of Liberty and Randolph County Library System
● Recruits, interviews and selects department staff, assures staff are properly trained, assigns
work, reviews performance, approves leave, recommends appropriate personnel actions
● Develops, implements, evaluates and documents library operating policies and procedures
● Providing patron services and front desk operations, selecting and locating books and
reference materials for patrons and providing reader advisory services
● Directs the development, promotion and implementation of library services, programs and
materials, plans, schedules, promotes, conducts and evaluates programs for patrons
● Working with staff, develops promotional material for library services and promotes library
services using web and social media
● Coordinates with Randolph County Library IT manager and/or Randolph Communications
for the Town of Liberty for use of technology, hardware and software needs
● Resolves patron complaints, handles escalated issues, and manages any bans; ensures
positive customer experiences through excellent customer service by self and staff
● Registering patrons for library services and programming
● Supervises employees through training and evaluation
● Ensures proper maintenance and housekeeping of library; coordinates building maintenance
● Oversees ordering of books for the Library, coordinating the lease of books through the
Randolph County Library System, and oversees purging outdated books
● Coordinating the shared space of the Town Hall building (currently shared with Liberty
Senior Center)
● Oversees, participates and/or coordinates special projects to improve or promote library
operations
● Performing related duties as required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
● Knowledge of and experience in the procedures and practices of library operations,
particularly front desk operations and experience with cataloging system
● Knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of library service
● Development and maintenance of partnerships and organizations for collaborative
programming
● Creativity to develop and implement library programs and services and assist in supporting
or standing in for library programming
● Assists with the promotion of library services and activities by giving presentations and
attending meetings as a representative of the library
● Skill in operating a computer, calculator and other office machines
● Assists Program Coordinator with off-site outreach and programming when needed
● Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions
● Ability to maintain accurate records and statistics and to complete accurate reports
● Ability to read, interpret, and disseminate rules, policies, and regulations of both the Town of
Liberty and the Randolph County Library System
● Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
● Ability to think analytically and to develop new or revised systems, procedures, and work
flow
● Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
● Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and present ideas clearly and concisely in written
and oral form
● Ability to make administrative decisions, interpret policies, and supervise staff
● Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates,
supervisors, volunteers, other community agencies and the public
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● Ability to organize job duties and work independently
● Ability to research and apply for grant funding
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work in this position requires lifting and moving 25 pounds of force and up to 50 pounds of
force, and frequently shifting from one task to another. This position requires standing, walking,
sitting, repetitive motions, reaching, and occasionally climbing, kneeling, and crawling. An
employee must have such visual acuity as to be able to read and write handwritten and
typewritten material including being able to read a computer screen. An employee in this class
must be able to talk and hear in order to be able to respond to the public and other employees.
Employee should be able to operate machines, motor vehicles, and other equipment.
Working Conditions: While most of the work is performed in a controlled environment
(indoors), assisting with outreach off site and outdoors is often necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; vocational or technical training in
library science with three (3) or more years administrative experience working in a library;
Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university and related
experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the
required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Special Requirements:
Valid NC Driver’s license
FLSA Status: Exempt-Executive (not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor
Standards Act)
Disclaimer
This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of
work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be
interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications
required of employees to perform the job. The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
section of this classification may vary from position to position. The Town reserves the right to
assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.
September 2026
