Library Director

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Library Director to lead and inspire our library community. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of library operations, ensuring the delivery of exceptional services that promote literacy, research, and lifelong learning. Your leadership will foster innovation, collaboration, and a welcoming environment for diverse patrons. You will manage staff, develop strategic initiatives, and cultivate partnerships to enhance the library’s impact within the community. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional committed to advancing access to knowledge and information.

Duties

• Provide strategic leadership to guide the library’s mission, goals, and programs, ensuring alignment with community needs.
• Oversee daily operations, including collection management, cataloging, and maintenance of databases and metadata systems.
• Manage the integrated library system (ILS) to facilitate efficient circulation, cataloging, and resource discovery.
• Lead staff recruitment, training, supervision, and performance evaluations to foster a motivated and skilled team.
• Develop and implement innovative programs that promote literacy, research skills, and lifelong learning for all age groups.
• Write grant proposals to secure funding for new initiatives, technology upgrades, and special projects.
• Cultivate relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, and stakeholders to expand outreach efforts.
• Ensure excellent customer service by addressing patron inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Oversee collection development by selecting resources that meet diverse informational needs across various formats.
• Monitor budget expenditures and optimize resource allocation for maximum impact.

Experience

• Proven experience in library management or a similar leadership role within an academic or public library setting.
• Strong knowledge of databases, metadata standards, cataloging practices, and integrated library systems (ILS).
• Demonstrated success in grant proposal writing to secure funding for library projects or technology enhancements.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Effective management skills with experience leading teams through coaching, mentorship, and performance management.
• Skilled in project management methodologies to plan, execute, and evaluate initiatives efficiently.
• Exceptional research capabilities coupled with teaching experience to support educational programming.
• Outstanding written communication skills for reports, proposals, policies, and community outreach materials.
• Leadership qualities that inspire collaboration among staff and stakeholders while fostering an inclusive environment. Join us as our Library Director and be at the forefront of transforming access to information! Your expertise will empower communities through innovative services that educate, inspire, and connect people of all ages.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person