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General Manager, Collections

PageUp Desc Code LIB - General Manager, Collections

Function LIB - Library Services

Subfunction Collections

Discipline Collections

Career Track G - General Administration

Career Track Level Management / Leadership - Level 2

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 02

RANGE $49734 - $89522

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 02C

RANGE $63826 - $89356

Classification Information

Collections

Collections maintains and manages collections with regard to storage and accessibility of materials which may include special or historical collections. Responsibilities include labeling, shelf preparation activities, bindery operations and associated vendor relationships, material transfers and associated records updates, space and equipment needs, and associated budgetary considerations.

Management / Leadership

Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.

Level 2

Manager: Responsible for leading a team of professionals and/or support employees. Has full responsibility for team output. Focuses on implementing and executing strategies within their own department or team.

G - General Administration

Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Manager within Collections plays a strategic leadership role in the development, maintenance, and accessibility of library collections in support of the institution’s academic and research mission. Working within Library Services, this position ensures that physical and digital collections—including special and historical materials—are managed with efficiency, consistency, and long-term stewardship in mind. The General Manager leads efforts to organize, preserve, and provide access to materials, aligning team activities with broader institutional priorities in teaching, learning, and scholarship. This role oversees a range of operational responsibilities, including shelf preparation, labeling, bindery and vendor coordination, materials transfer, records maintenance, and space planning. The General Manager is accountable for managing budgets and resources related to collections, ensuring that equipment and storage needs are met, and that systems and processes support sustainable collection management practices. The position also identifies and implements improvements to workflows, technology use, and service models to enhance the accessibility and preservation of materials. As a Level 2 Manager within General Administration, the General Manager is responsible for leading a team of professional and/or support staff, ensuring high performance through clear goal-setting, ongoing coaching, and regular evaluations. The role provides full oversight of team output, makes key staffing decisions, and ensures compliance with institutional policies and best practices. With a strong focus on strategy execution, this position plays a pivotal role in advancing the effectiveness and impact of the Collections team within the library system.