City of Boynton Beach is hiring: Library Manager in Boynton Beach
City of Boynton Beach, Boynton Beach, FL, United States
Library Manager
Salary
$85,987.26 - $107,484.08 Annually
Location
Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
202600243
Department
RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES
Division
Library
Opening Date
04/15/2026
Closing Date
4/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
40
Description
Benefits
Questions
Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to perform administrative level professional library work, including advising and assisting the Library Division Director in the managing, planning, and budgeting of library operations.
Essential Functions
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Advises and assists Director in managing daily operations; assists in problem solving; determines routine logistical actions and acts on behalf of Director in absence of Director.
Serves as a member of the Library Administrative Team.
Recommends planning initiatives; develops planning documents; implements, monitors, and reports status of planned projects.
Oversees collection development process; works with professional staff in formulating, reviewing and implementing a collection development plan; trains staff in the use of the Materials Selection Policy and monitors staff adherence to policy.
Develops and designs employee training programs; recommends employee training programs; communicates training opportunities to employees; monitors and reports on training programs.
Develops grant writing opportunities; recommends grant opportunities; writes grants; monitors grant writing opportunities; reports on grant projects to the Library Director.
Participates in the planning, development, adoption and administration of library rules and policies; assures maintenance of up-to-date policies and procedures manuals; interprets and implements policies and procedures; explains library policy to public as needed.
Develops, recommends, monitors and reports on operational initiatives.
Acts as liaison for division supervisors; advises and assists division supervisors; coordinates and organizes specific aspects of library services and physical facilities; assists Director in analyzing and interpreting needs assessment data; acts as liaison between library and vendors; acts as ADA Officer and Safety Officer.
Plans, develops, designs, implements, manages and reports on computer generated community surveys.
Supervises the Youth & Teen Services Divisions and its staff. Monitors the goals and outcomes of the divisions. Assists in planning, monitoring, and implementing youth and teen programming. Assures all related statistics are recorded and forwarded to Library Director in a timely manner.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; addresses employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels, and manages employee performance; makes recommendations on personnel matters; recommends hiring of staff.
Oversees and reports on facilities enhancement projects.
Additional Functions
Participates in the maintenance of technological tools; instructs customers in the use of technological tools; assists customers with materials and informational needs.
Attends professional conferences and workshops; keeps current with library practices and professional knowledge.
Develops and makes available special documents.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Library and Information Science, from an ALA accredited university or college; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience involving professional library work, with extensive supervisory experience.
Requires knowledge of professional library principles, practices and techniques, current literature, trends and developments in the field of library science appropriate to the area of assignment.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:
3 years of previous experience in public libraries.
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
The ability to clearly communicate Department and City Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to employees and peers using multiple communication platforms including e-mail and social media.
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously responds to inquiries for information from various individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Comprehensive knowledge of the philosophies, principles, and practices of public library administration.
Comprehensive understanding of library technology and its application in public libraries.
Skilled in supervision, planning, budgeting, and creating and monitoring standards.
Skilled in management of complex projects.
Ability to develop and administer Library programs and services suited to the needs of the community.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to prepare and maintain detailed reports and records.
Ability to demonstrate leadership, organization, and management skills.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
CreditUnion
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
01
Do you possess a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited University or College?
Yes
No
02
Do you possess three (3) years experience involving professional library work with extensive supervisory experience?
Yes
No
03
Do you possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License?
Yes
No
04
Do you have knowledge of professional library principles, practices and techniques, current literature, trends and developments in the field of library science?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
City of Boynton Beach
Address
100 E. Ocean Ave
City Hall - Human Resources
Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435
Phone
5617426275
Website
http://www.boynton-beach.org
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email
Salary
$85,987.26 - $107,484.08 Annually
Location
Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
202600243
Department
RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES
Division
Library
Opening Date
04/15/2026
Closing Date
4/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
40
Description
Benefits
Questions
Purpose of Classification
The purpose of this classification is to perform administrative level professional library work, including advising and assisting the Library Division Director in the managing, planning, and budgeting of library operations.
Essential Functions
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Advises and assists Director in managing daily operations; assists in problem solving; determines routine logistical actions and acts on behalf of Director in absence of Director.
Serves as a member of the Library Administrative Team.
Recommends planning initiatives; develops planning documents; implements, monitors, and reports status of planned projects.
Oversees collection development process; works with professional staff in formulating, reviewing and implementing a collection development plan; trains staff in the use of the Materials Selection Policy and monitors staff adherence to policy.
Develops and designs employee training programs; recommends employee training programs; communicates training opportunities to employees; monitors and reports on training programs.
Develops grant writing opportunities; recommends grant opportunities; writes grants; monitors grant writing opportunities; reports on grant projects to the Library Director.
Participates in the planning, development, adoption and administration of library rules and policies; assures maintenance of up-to-date policies and procedures manuals; interprets and implements policies and procedures; explains library policy to public as needed.
Develops, recommends, monitors and reports on operational initiatives.
Acts as liaison for division supervisors; advises and assists division supervisors; coordinates and organizes specific aspects of library services and physical facilities; assists Director in analyzing and interpreting needs assessment data; acts as liaison between library and vendors; acts as ADA Officer and Safety Officer.
Plans, develops, designs, implements, manages and reports on computer generated community surveys.
Supervises the Youth & Teen Services Divisions and its staff. Monitors the goals and outcomes of the divisions. Assists in planning, monitoring, and implementing youth and teen programming. Assures all related statistics are recorded and forwarded to Library Director in a timely manner.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; addresses employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels, and manages employee performance; makes recommendations on personnel matters; recommends hiring of staff.
Oversees and reports on facilities enhancement projects.
Additional Functions
Participates in the maintenance of technological tools; instructs customers in the use of technological tools; assists customers with materials and informational needs.
Attends professional conferences and workshops; keeps current with library practices and professional knowledge.
Develops and makes available special documents.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in Library and Information Science, from an ALA accredited university or college; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience involving professional library work, with extensive supervisory experience.
Requires knowledge of professional library principles, practices and techniques, current literature, trends and developments in the field of library science appropriate to the area of assignment.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be met before consideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:
3 years of previous experience in public libraries.
Supplemental Information
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
The ability to clearly communicate Department and City Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to employees and peers using multiple communication platforms including e-mail and social media.
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously responds to inquiries for information from various individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Comprehensive knowledge of the philosophies, principles, and practices of public library administration.
Comprehensive understanding of library technology and its application in public libraries.
Skilled in supervision, planning, budgeting, and creating and monitoring standards.
Skilled in management of complex projects.
Ability to develop and administer Library programs and services suited to the needs of the community.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to prepare and maintain detailed reports and records.
Ability to demonstrate leadership, organization, and management skills.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and
Dismemberment Insurance
• City Pension Plan
• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 457 Savings Plan (three options)
• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation
• Bonus Vacation Hours
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)
• On-site Training Program
• Wellness Program
• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
• Credit Union
• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Direct Deposit
• Social Security
Student Loan Forgiveness
Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.
Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
CreditUnion
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
01
Do you possess a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited University or College?
Yes
No
02
Do you possess three (3) years experience involving professional library work with extensive supervisory experience?
Yes
No
03
Do you possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License?
Yes
No
04
Do you have knowledge of professional library principles, practices and techniques, current literature, trends and developments in the field of library science?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
City of Boynton Beach
Address
100 E. Ocean Ave
City Hall - Human Resources
Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435
Phone
5617426275
Website
http://www.boynton-beach.org
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email