Manchester’s Libraries and Archives are absolutely brilliant, and that’s largely because of the dedication, passion and commitment of our amazing staff.
We have a number of exciting opportunities for experienced and forward-looking libraries and archives staff to join our team. The right candidates will have a good understanding of the way that Manchester libraries and archives operate – our ethos, culture and our high expectations of customer service. If you’re a creative thinker and are passionate about the key role that libraries play at the heart of communities, we would love to hear from you.
The closing date for all posts is 5th July.
Area Manager – Grade 8 – £37,261- £41,496
Service Development Co-ordinator (Forum) – Grade 6 – £28,900- £32,020
Library Manager (Neighbourhood Engagement and Delivery Officer) – Grade 5 – £24,948-27,852
Service Development Specialist: Heritage and Archives – Grade 8 – £37,261 – £41,496
More details on these roles as follows:-
Area Manager – Grade 8 – £37,261- £41,496
We need a senior library manager to join us as an Area Manager, to oversee operations from 5 libraries in our Central Area – Longsight, Arcadia, Hulme, Moss Side Powerhouse and Gorton. You will work closely with our two other Area Managers and Citywide Services Manager to ensure that our neighbourhood and community libraries continue to provide excellent services for library customers across Manchester.
You will have experience of delivering and managing library services to residents and be an effective and positive manager with strong interpersonal and customer care skills. You will also have the proven ability to work both independently and in a team and be experienced at forging strong partnerships with colleagues in other service areas. For more information on this role, contact Jane McKelvey jane.mckelvey@manchester.gov.uk.
Service Development Co-ordinator (Forum) – Grade 6 – £28,900- £32,020
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated person to develop an expanded cultural offer from Forum Library, working with colleagues at Forum Library, Manchester Libraries, cultural organisations, partner organisations, Wythenshawe residents and grassroots cultural organisations. You will need experience of delivering and managing services to residents, with high levels of customer service, and have the proven ability to develop and manage partnerships.
Experience of working in a library or similar environment is essential. The postholder will be required to work flexible hours in response to service requirements including evenings and weekends. For more information on these roles, contact Gail Mallett gail.mallett@manchester.gov.uk
Library Manager (Neighbourhood Engagement and Delivery Officer) – Grade 5 – £24,948-27,852
We have a number of opportunities for forward looking and community focussed library managers to join us, in our Neighbourhood Engagement and Delivery Officer (NEDO) role. In each of our areas, we have a team of NEDOs who work together to manage the staff who operate our libraries, the library buildings themselves, and all the services delivered from there. Our NEDOs also develop and deliver activities and events in libraries and across the area, working with a range of agencies and partners such as schools and community groups. We have two vacancies in our South Area and one job-share vacancy in our North Area (17.5 hours).
You will need excellent customer service skills, together with experience of ICT and digital delivery, and the ability to positively manage and motivate staff. We need our staff to be flexible and you would work across a number of libraries, and possibly in other parts of the city as the service requires. We also need you to have the flexibility to work unsocial hours, including weekends and evenings to meet the needs of the service. For more information on these roles, contact Gail Mallett – gail.mallett@manchester.gov.uk
Service Development Specialist: Heritage and Archives – Grade 8 – £37,261 – £41,496
We have an exciting opportunity for a manager at Manchester Archives – Service Development Specialist: Heritage and Archives. Manchester’s Archive service is considered as a place of best practice nationally. In addition to running Manchester Archives, we operate the Greater Manchester County Record Office (GMCRO) on behalf of the 10 Local Authorities in Greater Manchester. You will be responsible for the archives collections and maximising their potential and will manage a team of archivists. You will also work with colleagues in the library service and Archives+ partners to ensure the collections are used for the benefit of customers.
The right candidate will be an experienced, qualified Archivist, with a proven track record of managing complex Archives collections and delivering excellent customer service. You will need a Post-Graduate Diploma or Degree in Archive Administration, which is recognised by the Society of Archivists.
If you want to find out more about this role, contact Philip Cooke philip.cooke@manchester.gov.uk
