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Adult Services Librarian / Reference Department Manager

Joplin Public Librariy

Joplin, Missouri

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$60,038.00 to $66,287.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Joplin, MO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Required

Supervisory Experience

Preferred

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.
Job Description

The Joplin Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, community-focused librarian to lead our Reference and Local History departments.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and innovative public library serving a growing and engaged community from a modern library facility featuring a Makerspace, community meeting spaces, outdoor gathering areas, genealogy and local history resources, and dedicated study and learning spaces.

The successful candidate will supervise and support a team of librarians and library assistants while helping shape adult services, reference, programming, outreach, and community engagement efforts throughout the Library.

We are looking for someone who:

  • enjoys working with the public,

  • values collaboration and creativity,

  • is comfortable leading a team,

  • and is excited to help develop responsive and engaging library services.

Early-career librarians are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

  • MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program required

  • Public library or related library experience preferred

  • Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills

Salary range: $60,038–$66,287 plus excellent benefits, including employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance, LAGERS pension, paid leave, and professional development support.

Full details at https://www.joplinpubliclibrary.org/careers/Applications can be found at www.joplinpubliclibrary.org/LibraryApp.pdf.  Completed applications can be dropped off at the Library or emailed to Jeana Gockley at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

The Joplin Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Links

External Job Ad
https://www.joplinpubliclibrary.org/careers/#circ

Posted May 14, 2026