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Mahon Branch Manager

City of Lubbock

Lubbock, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Computer Software, Computer Systems, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Interlibrary Loans, Library Administration, Library and Information Science, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Loans, Material Moving, People Management, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Program Evaluation, Purchasing/Procurement
LOCATION
Lubbock, TX
POSTED
7 days ago
Salary : $55,889.60 Annually
Location : Mahon Library, 1306 9th Street Lubbock, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: L254-5214
Department: Municipal Libraries
Division: 5214 - Mahon Library
Opening Date: 04/18/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 5:00 PM Central

Summary
Supervises and administers library programs at the Mahon branch library or the inter-library loan program.

Essential Functions

  • Select, train, evaluate, and supervise employees providing library services; establish performance standards, work priorities, goals, objectives, and schedules:
  • Organize and implement library programs to meet community needs; may plan and implement workshops for library staff; evaluate the effectiveness of programs;
  • Evaluate, select, and purchase materials for library collections;
    Monitor budget expenditures for the branch;
  • Answer questions from library patrons; assist in locating materials; and instruct patrons in the effective use of library equipment and resources;
  • Use computer systems and microfilm to find lending locations;
  • Assist paraprofessional and clerical staff in circulation as needed;
  • Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications
Completion of a master's degree in library science with an additional two years of professional library experience or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
Valid TX Drivers License
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
  • Principles and practices of library science;
  • Computer applications related to library functions;
  • Library organization, procedures, and policies.
Ability to:
  • Effectively provide customer service to library patrons;
  • Evaluate, acquire, and properly catalog library materials;
  • Develop, coordinate, and implement library programs and procedures;
  • Operate computer and software;
  • Supervise the work of others.
Physical Requirements
  • Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
  • Frequently walk and stand during a shift;
  • Occasionally kneel;
  • Frequently push and pull objects;
  • Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
  • Reach above, at or below shoulder height;
  • Frequently handle objects;
  • Frequently crouch or stoop.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click
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Do you have a master's degree in library science from an accredited university?
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Do you have two years of professional library experience?
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Do you have a Valid Current Driver's License?
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City of Lubbock