Library Operations Supervisor, Albino Gorno Memorial Library​/CCM Library

Job Title

Library Operations Supervisor, Albino Gorno Memorial Library / CCM Library

2/20/26

Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via Success Factors.

The University of Cincinnati Libraries seeks a proactive, service-oriented Library Operations Supervisor for the Albino Gorno Memorial Library / College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) Library. The incumbent supervises approximately ten student associates, oversees the primary service point, and maintains the library's stacks. Other responsibilities include event and program development, curating library exhibitions, drafting instructional and promotional materials, processing collections, managing budgets, and collecting assessment data.

The incumbent may support class instruction, reference assistance, and research consultations for undergraduate and graduate students, staff, faculty, and visiting scholars.

• Provides direct and/or indirect supervision to student associates and non-exempt staff (hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approving time off, etc.) to manage operational tasks and staffing of the primary service point.
• Manages appropriate budgets effectively.
• Manages all circulation activities, including check‑outs, check‑ins, recalls, holds, and reserves. Oversees access to study spaces and graduate student carrels. Responsible for fulfilling OhioLINK and ILL patron‑initiated borrowing requests.
• Manages the library's stacks, including shelving, shelf‑reading, inventory, orderliness, and periodic shifting. Reports facility issues for maintenance and repair.
• Oversees library supplies inventory, including ordering.
• Contributes to onsite and virtual exhibitions, and other forms of public outreach, including instruction through one‑on‑one consultations, workshops, seminars, bibliographic instruction sessions, and the library's web presence. Manages the library's new book and media display.
• Assists others in developing and managing collections in all formats, including physical processing, vendor interactions, and catalog records. Supervises the preparation of content for bindery services.
• Assists patrons in the use of technology, including audiovisual equipment, microfilm readers, and scanners.
• Participates in the collection of data and statistics about the operations of the library and services provided.
• Works collaboratively with the Head of the CCM Library to develop and implement departmental policies and procedures. Reviews procedures and works with library administration and other departments to improve processes and structures for public service and library operations.
• Serves on UCL committees, task forces, and groups, as required, including the Student Supervisor Working Group. Serves on UC task forces, committees, and groups as able when relating to the realm of user experience and services.
• Performs new and additional tasks as needed to respond to changes in policies and procedures.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Five (5) years of relevant education, experience and/or other specialized training can fulfill minimum education and experience requirements

• One (1) year of relevant work experience

• Working knowledge of an integrated library system (ILS).
• Recent supervisory experience, particularly with student employees.
• Strong commitment to innovative and responsive library services.
• Experience with operational management.
• An educational or experiential background in music or related disciplines (theater, media production, dance, etc.).
• Demonstrated interest in library special collections, rare books, or related materials.
• Demonstrated work experience serving a varied user population.
• Public or academic library experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Applications without both a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position.

3 References will be checked during final stages.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status.

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information
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Salary Range $51,000 - $55,000

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

REQ: 101531