Office Manager - Long Branch Free Public Library

Job Description:

VACANCY
            FULL-TIME OFFICE MANAGER

                                             Salary - $52,381 with benefits

Join a nationally recognized, award-winning library and help drive the engine that powers excellence

Position Overview:  As a cornerstone of the Long Branch Free Public Library, the Office Manager plays a vital role in ensuring smooth, efficient, and effective day-to-day operations. This position goes far beyond paperwork, it's about being a proactive force in a nationally celebrated and community-driven public institution. The Office Manager oversees administrative systems, financial processes, vendor relationships, and facility operations. If you're highly organized, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is your opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a beloved local resource.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize daily office operations and streamline procedures for optimal efficiency
• Maintain accurate records using both Google Workspace and traditional filing systems
• Serve as the administrative hub - manage vendor relationships, office equipment, and supply inventory
• Coordinate with the Treasurer and Accountant on bookkeeping and financial activities
• Process weekly payroll and maintain employee schedules
• Enter vendor invoices, track expenses, and prepare bank deposits
• Assist in developing the annual budget and maintain financial documentation
• Oversee facility upkeep and serve as the liaison to custodial department

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field—or equivalent experience

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and general accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with cloud-based tools like Google Workspace
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently
• Adaptability and a genuine enjoyment of working in a diverse, community-centered environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Discretion in handling confidential information

Please note: This is a civil service position. Background and drug tests are required.
Applications are available:

• In person: 328 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740
• Online: www.longbranchlib.org

Submit your application and resume to:
Tonya Garcia
tgarcia@longbranchlib.org
328 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Application link or email address: tgarcia@longbranchlib.org

Salary range or hourly wage: $52,381

MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.

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