Library Circulation Manager

Working for the City of Kyle

Building a career with the City of Kyle is more than a job—it is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of one of Texas'' fast‑growing communities. Guided by our core values of Visionary Leadership, Integrity, Accountability, Transparency, and Teamwork, we strive to create a workplace where innovation and service thrive. Kyle is recognized as one of the best places to live, work, and raise a family—and we’re committed to being the top employer in our region.

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Library Services, the Circulation Manager supervises the day‑to‑day operations of the circulation activities. This includes the accuracy of items being checked in and out, shelving and stack maintenance, answering informational and directional questions, assisting patrons with applications, collecting fines and fees, maintaining the print release station, and maintaining patron computers. The Circulation Manager: hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned Library staff;

oversees library revenue collections; and oversees the circulation desk schedule to ensure adequate coverage.

The minimum starting rate is $74,435 – $91,927.23 annually* + Competitive Benefits (eligible experience, education, and expertise may provide a greater starting base pay within the full pay grade).

Live well and thrive with benefits that support your health, future, and work‑life balance. Our package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, generous paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

100% Employer‑Paid Premiums for employee‑only coverage, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability (STD)
• Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
• Basic Life Insurance (equal to 3x annual salary, up to $300,000)
• We also cover a substantial portion of premiums for dependents, making family coverage affordable and accessible.

• Trains and supervises assigned Library staff, monitoring their performance objectives and preparing and presenting their performance evaluations.
• Prepares training material for and implements training of staff who work at the circulation desk in policies and procedures and library ILS software system.
• Oversees timesheets of assigned Library staff and prepares the daily desk schedule to ensure adequate coverage.
• Plans, assigns, and directs work to staff at the Circulation desk and in public‑facing areas of the library.
• Prepares necessary reports and memos related to circulation activities; takes part in weekly meetings with Circulation Assistants II and the Assistant Director of Library Services; and maintains consistent communication with the rest of the Circulation team.
• Trains staff to examine returned materials and assess for damages.
• Provides information about circulation services, policies, and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Processes Library’s incoming mail.
• Supervises all mailings of overdue and billing notifications.
• Participates in management meetings weekly.
• Works to keep processes, procedures, and equipment up‑to‑date and suggests new ways to meet the needs of the public:
  Keeps current on changing trends in circulation services through professional literature and/or workshops.
• May train, coach, or mentor others.

• Oversees circulation desk operations including prioritizing duties, monitoring cash, and answering questions from patrons promptly and courteously; resolves customer complaints.
• Supervises the re‑shelving of materials, including checking for condition of materials in the book and periodical collections, accuracy of placement of materials, and neatness.
• Oversees maintenance of collection including shifting, tracing of lost materials, and updating computer records.
• Orders office supplies for library, Tex Share cards, voter’s registration cards, etc. to ensure availability.
• Assists staff and patrons in use of public access catalog and electronic…