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Location: Thayne Branch Library, Thayne, WY  83127

Position Type:Full Time (30 hours per week)

Status:  Closed
Posted: 02/26/2026 

Join Our Team at the Thayne Branch Library! 📚

Are you passionate about books, community, and making a difference? The Lincoln County Library System is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to serve as Branch Manager at our Thayne Branch Library.   This is an in-person, non-remote position.

Why You’ll Love This Job:
✨ Be the welcoming face that greets every patron with a smile
✨ Enjoy a variety of responsibilities—from assisting at the circulation desk to creating eye-catching displays
✨ Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment
✨ Make a meaningful impact in your community

What We’re Looking For:
✔ Managerial experience
✔ A positive attitude and a passion for serving the public
✔ Strong communication and computer skills
✔ Organization, creativity, and initiative
✔ Library experience is a plus—but we’re happy to train the right person

 Position Details:
🕒 Full Time: 30 hours/week
💰 Starting Salary: $23.60/hour
🎁 Benefits: Wyoming Retirement, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave
📅 Expected Start Date: Late March
Some evening and Saturday hours are required. 

If you’re ready for a rewarding career serving your community, we’d love to hear from you!

Application and job description is available at https://linclib.org/careers; open until filled. 

Submit application and resume to the Lincoln County Library System, 519 Emerald St, Kemmerer, WY 83101 or they may be emailed to admin@linclib.org.  Contact Missy Harris at 307-877-6961 for additional information. EOE.

Thank you for your interest.

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Lincoln County Library System

BRANCH MANAGER

Job Description

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

EXPERIENCE: Prefer library and/or customer service experience

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Under the direction of the Library Director, ensures

the smooth and seamless operation of the library. Supervises and evaluates library staff,

selects materials, monitors budget, maintains library collection, performs reader’s advisory

services, assists with technology, and fosters and maintains collaborative relationships with

community groups, organizations and co-workers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed

by all incumbents and do not include all specific tasks an incumbent may be expected to

perform.

1. Train, schedule and supervise library staff and volunteers.

2. Assure compliance with Lincoln County Library System policies and procedures.

3. Resolve patron, circulation and personnel issues.

4. Effectively communicates information regarding branch to LCLS Director.

5. Conduct performance evaluation of library staff.

6. Perform collection development based upon knowledge of community.

7. Continue to develop professionally to keep abreast of trends in librarianship.

8. Provide basic reference services.

9. Compiles statistics and prepares reports for the library.

10. Assures the library facility and equipment are in good working order.

11. Fosters and maintains outreach services to the community.

12. Plans, implements, promotes and evaluates programs and activities for adults, teens and

children.

13. Work evenings and weekends as needed.

Knowledge, Ability and Skills:

• Knowledge of modern library policies and procedures.

• Skills in working technology and library computer systems.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.

• Operate effectively across a wide range of activities from routine to complex.

• Ability to delegate tasks and manage time effectively without close supervision.

• Provide leadership in developing and maintaining a positive, helpful and professional community culture.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Exhibit excellent customer service skills.

• Evaluate branch concerns and suggest solutions.

• Perform routine housekeeping and maintenance duties when necessary.

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

HOURS: 25-40 hours/week

REPORTS TO: Lincoln County Library System Director

Adopted 2/2020