Librarian – Systems & Operations Lead

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If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

Are you a systems and operations professional who enjoys improving how library services work behind the scenes?

We are looking for a confident and organised Librarian to join our Community Access Libraries team as Librarian – Systems & Operations Lead. This role is central to ensuring the smooth, reliable and effective delivery of library services across Rutland’s libraries and community offer.

Working closely with the Library Team Leader and colleagues across the service, you will lead on library systems, operational processes and service data, helping ensure the service runs efficiently and continues to evolve to meet customer needs.

About you…

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• A qualification in Librarianship, Systems Management or Data Science, or relevant experience in library systems, digital services or operational service delivery
• Experience of library systems, operational service systems or digital service delivery environments
• Strong analytical skills with experience of using data to support reporting and service improvement
• Confidence working with digital systems, infrastructure and service workflows
• A proactive, problem-solving approach with strong attention to detail

About the role…
As the Librarian – Systems & Operations Lead, you will ensure the effective operational delivery of library services across Rutland. Your duties will include:

• Working with the Library Team Leader to develop library services with a focus on systems, operational delivery, data and service performance
• Leading the development, maintenance and effective use of the library management system and associated digital systems, including public IT facilities and customer-facing technology across library sites
• Managing, analysing and interpreting library data and key performance information
• Providing professional guidance to colleagues to support consistent delivery of operational processes, service standards and customer-facing systems

We are also advertising for a Librarian – Stock & Reader Development Lead. Candidates are welcome to apply for either or both part-time posts, and we would consider combining the roles into a single full-time post for the right candidate.

Please note:

This role is based at Oakham Library but requires flexible working across all four library sites. A full UK driving licence is required to enable travel between sites. Occasional weekend working may be required.

The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are paid by us.

The Librarian – Systems & Operations Lead interviews will be held face to face on 31 July 2026. Please be advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate notice.

We will be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our essential person specification criteria to interview. If you’re interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.

Our offer to you:

Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.

We are committed to supporting and empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond the salary – being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension, generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.

Find out more:

To learn more about working with us visit https://jobs.rutland.gov.uk or if you have any queries about this role please contact James Kearney (Library Team Leader) on 01572 720900or at JKearney@rutland.gov.uk

If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758291 or email us at recruitment@rutland.gov.uk

All recruitment correspondence, including interview details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment team.

Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.