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.