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Community Engagement Librarian

City of Madison / Madison Public Library

City of Madison, WI

This position is responsible for professional library work, based at the Meadowridge Library located on Madison's southwest side. Meadowridge Library is a very active and diverse Neighborhood Library. The successful candidate will work within the framework of Madison Public Library's vision, mission, strategic goals, policies and practices, to implement professional library work at Meadowridge Library. The work involves providing and overseeing such functions as direct customer assistance at an all-ages public service desk, adult programming, collaborative projects, collection maintenance, community engagement, and oversight of paraprofessional and hourly staff. Work takes place in library environments and throughout the community. The position participates actively as part of teams of lib ...

Assistant Director

Winnefox Library System

United States

Are you passionate about rural libraries? If you are, then consider applying to become the new Assistant Director for Wisconsin’s Winnefox Library System. Winnefox is a 5-county library system serving 30 mostly small and rural community libraries. We are looking for a dynamic, experienced library professional to serve in a key management role for system operations. Duties include:• Day-to-day administration of the system.• Attending regular meetings with library directors.• Providing library directors and trustees with information and advice on all aspects of library administration and management.• Compiling statistical reports, funding requests, and budgets.• Meeting with municipal, county, and state elected officials. The successful candidate will:• ...

Library Director

Upper Arlington Public Library (OH)

Upper Arlington, OH

Explore—Gather—Grow as the next Director of the Upper Arlington (OH) Public Library. The seven-member, governing Board of Trustees seeks a dynamic and engaging Director who will create a new strategic vision and continue to build on the stellar reputation of the Library. Upper Arlington Library’s three locations serves its 34,150 residents with a staff of 72.53FTE staff supported by a $6 million annual operating budget. Community support includes an operating levy providing 54% of the Library’s budget (expiring in 2022) and an active Friends of the Library group which supports library programming and technology. Responsibilities. Essential functions include: overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of library programs and services; envisioning and ...

Library Director/Fiscal Officer

Toledo Lucas County Public Library (OH)

Toledo, OH

Engage communities, inspire lifelong learning, and provide universal access to information as the next Library Director/Fiscal Officer for the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. The seven-member Board of Trustees seeks a responsive and visionary director who, through dynamic leadership, will ensure the Library promotes and advances its vital connections to the community. The Director/Fiscal Officer candidate will foster a flourishing library environment generating positive change for Toledo and Lucas County. Key focus areas of the Library’sStrategic Plan include supporting essential literacies, fostering a culture of innovation and leadership, and strengthening community engagement. The Library serves its 431,000 residents through a stellar staff (312 FTE), a $45.8 million annual bu ...

Library Director

Lincolnwood Public Library District

Lincolnwood, IL (Chicago suburb)

TheLincolnwood Public Library Districtin Lincolnwood, Illinois (north suburban Chicago) is looking for its next Director. With a first-rate staff and forward-thinking culture, the library serves a diverse and vibrant community of 12,600 residents located just 10 miles north of downtown Chicago. Residents enjoy a mix of suburban amenities plus all the cultural, historic, and entertainment options of Chicago. The library recently underwent a major renovation that added new study rooms, multi-functional programming space, a digital media lab, and a new café. The Board of Trustees and library staff are enthusiastic about continuing to move the library forward and embracing its role in the community. Salary $85,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. Please visit www.john ...

Executive Director

Des Plaines Public Library

Des Plaines, IL (Chicago Area)

The Des Plaines Public Libraryin Des Plaines, Illinois (suburban Chicago) is looking for its next great Executive Director. This opportunity is open due to the retirement of the previous Executive Director. This is a beautiful library known for its outstanding art collection, the generous and welcoming spirit of its staff, and its focus on serving all members of its diverse community. DPPL is conveniently located in downtown Des Plaines, where it enthusiastically embraces its role as an advocate, catalyst, and gathering place for the community. Des Plaines, a thriving northwest suburban community, is home to more than 58,000 residents who enjoy good schools, a broad mix of retail businesses, abundant recreational opportunities, and easy access to the amenities of Chicago. Salary $110,00 ...

Executive Director

Galesburg Public Library

Galesburg, Illinois

The Galesburg Public LibraryBoard of Trustees seeks a creative and dedicated leader to serve as Director. The library is located in Galesburg, a friendly and diverse college town of nearly 33,000 residents located in northwest central Illinois with convenient access to interstate highways and frequent Amtrak service to Chicago, other Midwestern cities and beyond. Home to Knox College, the city is known for its welcoming vibe. With charming Victorian homes, tree-lined, brick-paved streets, cultural and recreational opportunities, Galesburg is an ideal place to work, live and play. Salary $75,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/galesburg for details and to apply.We welcome inquiries. John Keister & AssociatesExecutive Search for Libra ...

Research Metrics Librarian

Indiana University School of Medicine

Indianapolis (based in)

The Ruth Lilly Medical Library (RLML) seeks an enthusiastic, flexible, proactive, service-oriented, and innovative individual for the position of Research Metrics Librarian in Indianapolis, IN. This newly-created position will work as part of RLML’s Research & Translational Sciences team to assist individuals and groups in their understanding, assessment, and reporting of impactful outcomes of research and clinical care efforts across Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM). This role provides advisory services for faculty, students, and staff such as: developing successful publishing and dissemination strategies, managing or tracking publications, measuring or assessing research impact through metrics by discipline, and communicating research metrics for IUSM recruitment an ...

Director

Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, Illinois

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Director of Lincoln Library Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, Illinois Apply by March 3, 2019. Apply to: http://www.springfield.il.us About Springfield The City of Springfield’s Lincoln Library seeks its next Library Leader – someone who will serve both the Library and community as an engaged, active participant and contributor. As a department of the City of Springfield, the Library Director will support our 117,000 residents and work in partnership with the Mayor as a member of his team of directors. Lincoln Library is home to the area’s Sangamon Valley Collection, an in-depth resource for the study of Springfield, Sangamon County and eleven adjacent counties. Key opportunities for the new Director include enhancing digital technologies and servic ...

Teen Services Librarian

City of Madison / Madison Public Library

Madison

Serving Teens at Madison Public Library Madison Public Library offers resources, experiences, and spaces for teens with the goal of developing lifelong learners, self-advocates and engaged community members. The library provides free and equitable access to cultural and educational content that celebrate ideas, promote creativity, connect people, and enrich lives. Why We Serve Teens Resources and programs for adolescents are a fundamental, integral part of library services. Teens need skills, tools, and resources, which the library can provide, in order to be fully-participating members of society. Library staff strives to work with teens and teen-serving professionals to advocate for the needs of teens in the community.(YALSA's Future of Library Services for Teens) How We Serve Teens ...

Librarian III -- Community Engagement

Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, Illinois

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LIBRARIAN III – Community Engagement Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, Illinois Apply by February 17, 2019. Apply to: http://www.springfield.il.us The Lincoln Library is seeking an individual to coordinate and manage the Library’s community presence. Develop connections with individuals and local organizations to promote library expertise and resources. Assume responsibility for external and internal public relations and marketing of library services and programs. Work with donors and the Friends of Lincoln Library. Research and identify grant opportunities for the library, write grant proposals, ensure all terms of the grants are fulfilled, and handle grant reporting requirements. Assist in various fundraising activities, and research other additional fund ...

Director

Goshen Public Library

Goshen, Indiana

Director, Goshen Public Library The Goshen Public Library in Goshen, Indiana, seeks a new Library Director. This opportunity is open due to the retirement of the current director. Goshen is located in north central Indiana, near South Bend, Mishawaka, and Elkhart. The Goshen Public Library provides service to approximately 37,300 residents of the City of Goshen and Elkhart Township. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a library in a richly diverse community with residents committed to working for the common good. Goshen's mix of arts, culture, recreation, and small-town charm makes it a wonderful place to work, live, and play. Visit www.johnkeister.com/goshen for more information and to apply for this opportunity. We welcome and encourage inquiries. John Keister & Associat ...

Director

Town & Country Public Library District

Elburn, IL (Chicago area)

Director, Town and Country Public Library District (Chicago area) The Town and Country Public Library District, located in Elburn, Illinois, seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Director. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a well-run library with friendly staff, a supportive library board, and residents who appreciate the best in community library service. For more information and to apply for this opportunity, please visit johnkeister.com/tcpld We welcome and encourage inquiries. Salary $80,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. For full consideration, please apply by January 15, 2019 John Keister & AssociatesExecutive Search for Librarieswww.johnkeister.cominfo@johnkeister.com847-955-0541 ...

Library Director

Walter E. Olson Memorial Library

Eagle River

Due to an upcoming retirement, the Walter E. Olson Memorial Library, a joint municipality public library located in Eagle River, Wisconsin, is seeking a forward-looking and collaborative professional with strong leadership and managerial skills. This challenging and rewarding position will allow you to work with six communities, develop marketing strategies and partner with area community groups and businesses. Duties of the Library Director include overseeing all aspects of library operations and services, 2 FTE employees, and over 30 volunteers. Desirable candidate skills include effective board relations, budget planning, grant writing, knowledge of library technologies, knowledge of Wisconsin library law, management and reporting, facilities management, and working with the municipali ...
The Director of Library and Academic Support Services is responsible for transforming the Eshleman Library into a twenty-first century teaching library, creating a space for community college learners to experience individual and collective knowledge-gathering. The Director appreciates and understands how community college learners use information and works to enhance students’ ability to access knowledge through various tools and approaches to learning. The Director possesses an awareness of how diversity and cultural inclusion enhances teaching and learning; advocates for under-servedlearners; and, aspires to design a library that helps to achieve these values. The Director facilitates and oversees the gathering of information and provides leadership in strategic planning processes ...

Executive Director

The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County

The Eva Jane Romaine Coombe Director is responsible for the management of the Library in accordance with the policies established by the Library Board of Trustees. He or she recommends policy to the Board and implements administrative procedures and Board-approved policies to carry out the Library’s mission. The director leads the administrative team and an engaged and talented staff and represents the Library to local and state governments, civic and community organizations, professional associations, and residents. This is an “at-will” position, and the director serves at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees. ...

Makerspace Specialist

Rochester Hills Public Library

Rochester

Position:MakerspaceSpecialist Supervisor:AdultServices Manager; cooperates closely with Youth Services Manager, Outreach & Bookmobile Services Manager, and Director of IT. Salary:$33,841 (Bachelor’s Degree) - $40,694 (Master’s Degree) Schedule: 37.5 hours per week, includingevenings and Saturdays as needed Benefits:Insurance (health, dental, short-term disability, and long-term disability); pension contribution; vacation, sick, optional deferred compensation and flexible medical reimbursement plan. Dates:Deadline for applications:Open until filled; apply bySeptember 4, 2018 for first considerationInterview anticipated: Week ofSeptember 10, 2018Decision anticipatedbySeptember 14, 2018Starting date:ASAP Application:Please fill out an employment application athttp://ww ...

Library Director

Northville District Library

Northville, Michigan

Director, Northville District Library (Northville, MI) The Board of Trustees of the Northville District Library seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Director. This opportunity is open due to the retirement of the previous Director. Northville District Library is an independent district library serving more than 36,600 residents in the City of Northville or the Charter Township of Northville, Michigan. The library is renowned for its excellent staff, board of trustees and supportive community. Located northeast of Ann Arbor and northwest of Detroit, Northville is a lively community with first-rate schools, beautiful neighborhoods and plenty of parks and trails for relaxing, enjoying nature and staying active. With a vibrant business district and walkable downtown, residents enjoy specialty ...

Executive Director

Arlington Heights Memorial Library

Arlington Heights, IL (Chicago area)

Executive Director, Arlington Heights Memorial Library (Chicago area) The Arlington Heights Memorial Library, located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, seeks a new Executive Director. Arlington Heights is a thriving, family-friendly suburb northwest of Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity to lead an outstanding library that has earned Library Journal’s 5-star rating for 10 consecutive years and is a recipient of the 2018 John Cotton Dana Public Relations Award. The library is one of the busiest single-building libraries in the United States and is recognized for friendly staff, a supportive library board, and residents who appreciate the best in community library service. For more information and to apply for this opportunity, please visit johnkeister.com/ahml/. We welcome an ...

Library Director

Barberton Public Library

Barberton, OH

Discover the magic and become the next Library Director for Barberton Public Library! The Board of Trustees of the Barberton Public Library seeks a responsive, engaged consensus-builder to lead the Library to success. The Director will provide quality leadership, direct and support staff, and bring experience and vision to the Library. Located in Northeast Ohio/Summit County, the Library serves the 26,385 residents of the Barberton City Schools district. Governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, the Library provides excellent services and programs with 21FTE staff and a $1.6 million annual budget. Successful passage of a 1.97 mill levy renewal in 2015 provides 36% of the Library’s operating expenses. The Library’s main location is located across the street from Lake Anna Pa ...

Library Director

Hackley Public Library

Muskegon, MI

Inform-Inspire-Delight! The Board of Trustees of the Hackley Public Library (Muskegon, MI) is looking to fill the position of Library Director. The Board seeks a Library Director who will inform, inspire and delight its 40,000+ residents through exciting programming, a dedicated staff making a difference, a vital Friends of the Library group, and strong collections – all through a beautiful, historic building (listed on the Michigan Register of Historic Places), in vibrant downtown Muskegon. Governed by a seven-member Board, the Library provides excellent services and programs with 28 staff, and a $1.9 million annual budget. The Library is well supported by its community-approval of a 2014 building bond allowed the Board and staff to identify areas for restoration and repair beginnin ...

Director

Grayslake Area Public Library District

Grayslake, IL (Chicago north suburb)

Director, Grayslake Area Public Library District (Chicago area) The Grayslake Area Public Library District in Grayslake, Illinois, seeks a new Library Director. This opportunity is open due to the retirement of the previous director. Grayslake is a thriving, family friendly suburb north of Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a beautiful, well-run library with friendly staff, a supportive library board, and residents who appreciate the best in community library service. For more information and to apply for this opportunity, please visit johnkeister.com/grayslake/. We welcome inquiries. John Keister & AssociatesExecutive Search for Librarieswww.johnkeister.comgrayslake@johnkeister.com847-955-0541 ...

Customer Service Manager - Leadership

Monroe County Public Library

Bloomington

Customer Service (Experience) Manager We are seeking a Manager with a passion for leading staff and providing an extraordinary customer experience to a wide range of audiences, across multiple service points. This leadership position requires a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from an ALA accredited college or university. The position is responsible for analyzing data about current Library usage and customer feedback, customer satisfaction, and trends to align improve processes and ensure services are meeting customer needs and preferences and are aligned with the Library’s strategic plan. The successful candidate has excellent interpersonal communication abilities (EQ) and enjoys applying analytical and critical thinking talents for problem solving. This position re ...

Library Director

Wilmette Public Library

Wilmette, IL

“Shaping the Future”-if this speaks to you, the Wilmette Public Library (IL) invites you to apply for the Library Director position. Be a part of a Library that has re-envisioned its future through its 2018-2021 Strategic Plan. The next Director will pioneer library services and programs into the future, shaping the strategic plan, while preserving valued traditions. The Wilmette Public Library, governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, is an active, vital piece of the Wilmette community. Serving more than 27,000 residents, the Library has 18,000 active cardholders, an operating budget of $5.5 million dollars, and nearly 100 staff members. More than 1,000 people visit the library each day and the library circulates more than 700,000 items annually. The ideal candidate is a ...
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Director of Library and Academic Support Services is responsible for transforming the Eshleman Library into a twenty-first century teaching library, creating a space for community college learners to experience individual and collective knowledge-gathering. The Director appreciates and understands how community college learners use information and works to enhance students’ ability to access knowledge through various tools and approaches to learning. The Director possesses an awareness of how diversity and cultural inclusion enhances teaching and learning; advocates for under-servedlearners; and, aspires to design a library that helps to achieve these values. The Director facilitates and oversees the gathering of information and provides leadership in str ...

Executive Director

Stark County District Library

Canton, Ohio

Canton, OhioExecutive Director, Stark County District Library The Stark County District Library seeks a strong and visionary leader to serve as Executive Director. Located in northeast Ohio, the library provides services to about 240,000 residents through a main library located in Canton, 9 branches, and 4 bookmobiles. As one of the primary roles, the Executive Director will be highly visible in the community and will cultivate community partnerships. The library, known for being innovative and bold, is in the process of constructing a new branch, implementing state of the art material handling technology, and embarking on a major facilities renovation. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/starkcounty for details and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, ple ...

Children Services Librarian

Dayton Metro Library

Dayton, Ohio

The Dayton Metro Library is seeking a full-time Children Services Librarian for our Youth Services area of the Main Library in downtown Dayton, Ohio. Open since August 2017, the Main Library boasts a beautiful and engaging children's area complete with a fairy tale bridge and free play area. Technology offerings include the latest children's gaming consoles, AWE game computers and tablets, and 23 PCs for homework or internet browsing. The enclosed programming room has its own sink, projector and screen, and sound system, not to mention plenty of storage space. Its amenities and large collection make the Main Children's Department a popular weekend destination for families. This librarian will report to the Youth Services Manager and will be part of the Main Library’s Youth Services&r ...

Executive Director

La Grange Public Library (IL)

La Grange, IL

Learn. Explore. Connect. If you are excited about strategic emphasis on Service, Engagement, Awareness, and Space, the La Grange Public Library invites you to consider becoming its next Executive Director. The seven-member Board of Trustees seeks an Executive Director who will commit to developing, enhancing and supporting new library services and programs for the community. The La Grange Public Library serves 15,600+ residents from a centrally located and highly accessible downtown building (completed in 2007). Key opportunities for the next Executive Director include implementing the current strategic plan, mentoring and working collaboratively with Library staff and community stakeholders, completing the 2018 Library renovation project, and growing new partnerships with external agencie ...

Branch Library Manager

Dayton Metro Library

Vandalia, Ohio

The Dayton Metro Library is seeking an experienced, team-oriented Branch Library Manager for our busy Vandalia Branch, which serves Vandalia, Ohio and its surrounding diverse communities. These communities are enjoying our new and improved Vandalia Branch, which is just a little over one year old! This branch is situated next to the local high school and serves as a hub of activity each day after school with our small group study rooms, programming for teens, and a gaming system in the teen area. Be a part of a passionate, patron-centric team of librarians and support staff serving a community that loves its library! Join our team today! Essential Job Duties Demonstrates and models excellent internal and external customer service. Maintains frequent personal presence in public areas t ...

Branch Manager

MidPointe Library System

Liberty Center, Liberty Township, Ohio

Provide leadership and direction to team regarding all library services Monitor and assess patron and staff needs, evaluating, enhancing, and developing services and programs Perform a variety of supervisory duties for team, including scheduling, training, staff development, and performance assessments Oversee and participate in all public services operations including programming and outreach Responsible for branch budget, as applicable Develop and maintain working relationship with the community, including Liberty Township schools, Liberty Center mall, daycares, preschools, community groups, and organizations NOTE: pay starts at $1,851.20 bi-weekly ($48,131 annualized), more depending on experience ...