Community engagement division manager

This job posting is open to current Library staff members only

The Warren-Trumbull County Public Library is seeking a creative and community-minded leader to serve as our Community Engagement Division Manager. This full-time position leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of outreach services, partnerships, programs, and community initiatives that strengthen the library's presence and relationships throughout the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Directly supervises Community Engagement division staff by providing leadership, coaching, mentoring, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
• Establishes department priorities, workflows, and service standards to ensure effective delivery of library services.
• Acts as a key library ambassador to the community, with primary responsibility for executing the library's community engagement and outreach strategies.
• Plans and implements library programs for all ages and coordinates community events in partnership with library staff and community organizations.
• Plans, implements, and oversees outreach, programming, and educational presentations for schools, day cares, senior centers, and other community-based organizations.
• Supervises Literacy Kit Outreach, depository, and lobby stop services to community locations, including scheduling and inventory.
• Builds partnerships with community organizations, schools, and local agencies, and represents the library on community committees.
• Ensures efficient use of staff, collections, and operational resources.
• Oversees pop-up vehicle, including interior and exterior maintenance and repairs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited library program required.
• Progressively responsible managerial experience required.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining effective relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and organizations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.
• Experience overseeing library operations in a public library setting preferred.
• Experience offering programs, outreach, and services to customers of all ages in a public library setting preferred.

Compensation

Starting salary: $28.87/hour ($60,049 annually)

Position is full-time

Benefits

• Health insurance with employer HSA contribution
• Life insurance
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS): 10% employee contribution, 14% employer contribution
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuing Education Opportunities

How to Apply: Apply online directly through the Library's careers website, https://wtcpl.bamboohr.com/careers.

Applications accepted thru 9/18/2026 for current library staff members.