Branch Manager Purvis Library

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. MONTGOMERY COUNTY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS POSTING WITHOUT NOTICE. Department: Montgomery County Library Job Title: Branch Manager Job Grade: 105 Annual Salary: $77,079 Location: Malcolm Purvis Library, 510 Melton St., Magnolia, TX 77354 Civil Service: Not Applicable Education, Experience and Skill Requirements • Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program • Two years' experience in the areas of supervision, reference, collection development and community engagement, branch manager experience is preferred • Ability to supervise and develop staff and set work priorities and plan strategically • Ability to work harmoniously with the public, including committees • Excellent communication skills, including public speaking • Knowledge and/or experience with Maker Equipment preferred • Ability to research and identify the community needs • Must pass background investigation Primary Job Duties • Interview, train, supervise, schedule and evaluate staff for Branch • Implement and interpret library policies for library users and staff • Act as a liaison between library administration, other branches and branch staff • Develop and maintain a current collection to address diverse information needs • Develop and maintain rapport with the Friends of the Library Group and other community organizations • Identify library needs in the community; plan and provide services and programs to meet community needs • Establish and develop strategic partnerships with local organizations and businesses to benefit the library community • Research and identify grants and other sponsorship opportunities • Determine the needs of the branch to provide to administration yearly for the budget • Attend and participate in professional activities, conferences and committees • Supervise building maintenance needs • Perform other duties as assigned After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicant must pass a drug screen (1/2 cost = $20.00, responsibility of applicant) and may need a physical agility test (1/2 cost = $22.50, responsibility of applicant) before becoming an employee of Montgomery County. Montgomery County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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 federal, state or local laws.

Created: 2026-03-04