Job Description
INTERNAL ONLY - Temporary Under 90 days - Library Operations Supervisor - 40 Hours - Fife Branch University Place Region INTERNAL POSTING ONLY Pierce County Library System Hiring Range: $37.97 -$44.01 per hour; Pay Grade Range: : $37.97 -$52.54 per hour; Compensation Pierce County Library System offers a compensation program which recognizes qualifications and experience relevant to each position. The starting pay is established typically within the hiring range below based upon the experience of the individual hired into the role. Our compensation package also includes annual increases for each additional year of experience and tenure in the role, up to the maximum (current year maximum outlined in pay grade range above). Eligibility for overtime is exclusive to positions which are FLSA status non-exempt below. FLSA Status: Non- Exempt Position Status: Temporary Location: This position will be assigned to the University Place region that includes these branches: University Place, Fife, Milton Hours Per Week : 40 Schedule: Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday OFF OFF 10:35-7:05 9:35-6:05 10:35-7:05 9:35-6:05 9:35-6:05 Schedule is subject to change. Union Status: Non-Represented (Temporary) Candidate Submission Timelines: TRANSFER Candidates: Transfer eligible candidates internal to PCLS will be given first consideration for this position through the Transfer Closure date. Please review the SharePoint Transfer Process Overview. INTERNAL Candidates: To be considered for this position please submit your resume and up to 4 additional attachments to display your knowledge, skills and abilities for consideration for this position no later than 5:00 p.m. on closing date below. Submissions after the Closure Date below will not be considered : Internal Candidates Closure Date: Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 at 5:00pm Veteran Status: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should select the percentage that they qualify for, 5% or 10% during the application process . More information about V *eteran’s P reference, such as the difference in percentage , can be found here *and here . If you need more information please contact us at: HR@pcls.us Position Summary Oversees the daily operations of an assigned library within the Pierce County Library System. Hires, trains, supervises, coaches, develops, engages, and evaluates the performance of assigned staff, including vendors, volunteers and contractors. Ensures high-quality, customer-focused library services that align with the Library’s strategic plan. Leads and coordinates a wide range of library operations within an assigned region, including scheduling, payroll, budget, customer service, staff supervision, customer behavior management, and facilities coordination. Assesses and analyzes complex situations and problems, identifies and implements logical solutions, and effectively integrates and manages multiple systems and priorities to ensure efficient library operations. Works collaboratively with public service supervisors, support departments, and other library leaders to ensure efficient use of resources. Leads development of staff capacity, maintaining service standards, guiding local collection efforts, and fostering community relationships. Member of the Regional Supervisory Team and actively participates in and contributes to overall leadership of region and regularly provides supervisor support to other locations. Essential Job Functions Each function below represents a core responsibility of the role. Percentages reflect the estimated time spent on each function. Essential Function Description % of Time Library Operations Collaborates with the regional supervisory team to coordinate daily operations, including scheduling across the region to meet operational and customer needs. Oversees and approves payroll time