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Library Director

City of Columbus

City Building

Summary The Library Director of Columbus Public Library (referred to herein as the "Director") serves as the administrator of the Columbus Public Library in accordance with State of Nebraska Revised Statutes, the employee code of the City of Columbus, and as directed by policies set by and under the authority of the Columbus Public Library Board (referred to herein as “Board”). The Director is responsible for performing professional and administrative duties in planning, developing, implementing and directing public library services. The Director oversees operation of the Columbus Public Library and the Platte County Bookmobile. The Director hires and supervises all employees (including an experienced leadership team, support staff, part-time staff, and contracted or seasona ...

Youth Services Director

Norelius Community Library

1403 1st Ave. South, Denison, IA

The Norelius Community Library Board of Trustees is seeking a dynamic, outgoing, tech savvy individual with knowledge of social media to fill a vacancy of Youth Services Director. The Youth Services Department is a busy, fast paced environment. The individual best suited for this position will possess a love for children, a love of books, enjoy planning, and preparing children’s programming. Bilingual considered a plus. If you are ready to jump into a vibrant Children’s Department and continue to build the momentum of service to our community’s youth stop by the library for a copy of the job description and requirements for this position. The job description may also be located on the library website at www.denison.lib.ia.us. This position is full time, 40 hrs. with benef ...

Assistant/Associate Professor - Catalog Librarian

Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau

Assistant or Associate Professor – Catalog LibrarianFull-Time, Tenure Track, 10 Month PositionKent LibrarySoutheast Missouri State University The Catalog Librarian position provides description of, discovery of and access to electronic and print library resources through creation of original metadata records for all library materials. Work includes cataloging of new general collection and Special Collections & Archives materials as well as retrospective projects. The catalog librarian ensures that titles are accurately described in the integrated library system (ILS) and other systems, such as OCLC, to facilitate discovery and access by university students, faculty and staff and guest users. The catalog librarian manages cataloging unit operations and supervises assigned staff. ...

System Director

Southwest Kansas Library System

System

Lead an innovative and accomplished Kansas library system, continuing outstanding levels of service and effective resource sharing. The Executive Committee of the Southwest Kansas Library System (headquartered in Dodge City, KS), seeks an experienced library leader—responsive to member, staff, and community needs and skilled in focusing the efforts of a team of talented professionals—as its next System Director. SWKLS, one of the seven Kansas regional systems, is a multi-type library system and works in partnership with its 83 member libraries providing unique and innovative services. SWKLS serves a 21 county region, with 8 staff members. SWKLS is a member-focused organization providing excellent continuing education opportunities for member library directors, trustees and staf ...

Learning Commons Director/Librarian

Midland University

Luther Library

Reports to: Dean of Curriculum & Instruction Brief overview of Position: The Library Director is an experienced, forward thinking, academic professional with in-depth research, information literacy development, customer service, and academic program support skills. He or she collaborates with the Dean of Curriculum & Instruction to ensure academic support resources are in place for undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. Promotes excellence in development and delivery of outcomes-based academic library and academic program support practices Oversees Library functions to include reference/ research services, development and maintenance of physical and online collections Serves as the university resource for development of information literacy initiatives (credit bea ...

Library Director

Daniel Boone Regional Library

Columbia, MO

The Daniel Boone Regional Library (MO) Board of Trustees seeks its next successful Library Director who exemplifies these core values. The incoming leader will assume leadership of a thriving two-county (Boone and Callaway) Library system with a stellar staff, committed communities, and stable funding (regularly setting aside funds for future expenditures). Key opportunities include: leading a committed board and staff to develop and implement innovative services to meet the needs of the region; continuing conversations about new and alternative points of service throughout the service area; working with strong, supportive Friends of the Library groups and Foundation; developing collaborative community partnerships; and implementing the new 2018-2020 Strategic Plan. With a $10.5 million an ...

Teen Librarian

Kendall Young Library

Seeking an enthusiastic, creative, tech-savvy, service-oriented Teen Librarian to join the staff at KendallYoung Library. You will plan and coordinate teen programming (grades 6-12) and be responsible forteen collection development. Additionally, this position provides reference services for adults and teens;helps patrons use our digital and physical resources; and handles publicity for the library. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Teen Services Plan and staff teen programs, including the after-school Teen Lounge program. Coordinate the Teen Summer and Winter Reading Programs. Develop and maintain the Teen collection based on reviews, evaluation of current collection, and patron requests. Actively work at outreach to the area middle and high schools as well as other teen serving organizations ...

Librarian

West Fargo Public Library

West Fargo, ND

As a result of staff reorganization and expansion, the West Fargo Public Library is seeking to fill two librarian positions. Successful candidates will provide administration of professional activities including collection andprogramming,as well as provide leadershipin an area of specialresponsibility(either Access Services or Technology/Technical Services.) A full job description can be found on the library website, listed below. These positions require a Master’s degree in Library Sciencefrom an ALA accredited institution, plus a minimum of 2 years'experience working in a library. Both positions work a varied schedule, including some evenings and weekends. The first review of candidates begins July 31. Positions will remain open until filled. The annual salary for these position ...

Public Library Director

Salina Public Library

Main Library

Library Director The Salina Public Library is seeking a Library Director who is an innovative, energetic and community-minded leader. The ideal candidate will provide leadership that produces positive relationships with the public, the library’s partners in the community and library staff. Our collection is composed of more than 280,000 items; approximately 500,000 items are circulated annually. Essential qualities include: Strong fiscal/budgeting skills Strong communications and people skills Knowledge of public library administration The ability to prepare clear and concise written communication Strategic thinking A creative collaborative approach to service The ability to hire, train and motivate key staff Prior experience reporting to a governing board an ...

Librarian I

Omaha Public Library

Omaha, NE

This is entry-level professional library work in various phases of library operations within the municipal library system. Work includes providing excellent customer service, making recommendations for material acquisition, performing reference work in specialty fields and planning and conducting outreach and programs. Work may also include assigning and following up on the work of clerical and para-professional employees. Duties may include: Makes recommendations for the acquisition of books, pamphlets, government documents, periodicals, media, digital content, and other materials by assessing library patrons’ needs and interests and consulting professional journals and lists.Performs complex research and reference work in specialty fields; provides patrons with requested informat ...

Downtown Library Branch Manager

Cedar Rapids Public Library

Downtown

You are the connective tissue of the library’s culture, providing the public with information and assistance directly and through managing operations and staff at the library’s branch. Who you are: You are a positive motivator. You are a lot of things to a lot of people – coach, leader, mentor and host. You are an effective communicator, able to lead meetings and relay pertinent information. You engage well with others and are passionate about providing an exemplary patron experience. You are a team player who thinks quickly on your feet and can lead from within a team. You are a connector, working with stakeholders to make your library a community hub. You are an active listener with lots of patience. You are fearless, always willing to tackle challenges and ...

School and Youth Services Specialist

North Dakota State Library

ND State Library

The North Dakota State Library is hiring a School and Youth Services Specialist. We are looking for someone passionate about providing youth services through school and public libraries. If you love summer reading, after school programming, and all things STEAM, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to join our team! In this job, you will support, train, and advocate for library media specialists statewide. You’ll work with a variety of enthusiastic people at the institutional, state, and national levels as you create and explore innovative ways that libraries can serve young people. For more information and to apply for the position, please visit: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteI ...

Library Specialist, Outreach Services, Forsyth Library

Fort Hays State University-Forsyth Library

Hays Campus

The Library Specialist, Outreach Services identifies, coordinates and oversees library outreach opportunities within the University and Hays community. Forsyth Library seeks an enthusiastic, motivated and service-focused professional to plan, coordinate and support the library’s outreach activities and special events. The outreach specialist is the primary liaison from the library to campus student outreach events and to student life. The specialist oversees all library social media accounts, portions of the library web site, building signage and wayfinding, exhibits and displays, publicity, and evaluation of library sponsored-events. RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify and evaluate opportunities for library outreach and implement appropriate programming for events. Act as the library' ...

Director

Stillwater Public Library

Stillwater, MN (Twin Cities)

The Stillwater Public Library in Stillwater, Minnesota seeks a creative leader to become Library Director. This opportunity is open due to the retirement of the former director. Stillwater, with a rich history and strong sense of community, is located on the St. Croix River less than 30 minutes northeast of St. Paul. The nearly 19,000 residents of Stillwater enjoy a high quality of life with easy access to the amenities of the Twin Cities. The library, a vibrant focal point for the community, enjoys strong local support. Located in a beautiful building with fantastic views of the city and river, the library respects the past while looking to the future. For information on the community, the library and to apply for the position, please visit www.johnkeister.com/stillwater Applications ...

County Librarian

Pioneerland Library System (MN)

Renville County, MN

County Librarian – Renville County (MN) Public Libraries Pioneerland Library System, a consolidated regional library system located in west central Minnesota, seeks a County Librarian with successful public library experience to direct and coordinate the activities of five (5) small rural public libraries located in Renville County (Olivia, Renville, Fairfax, Bird Island, and Hector.) Responsibilities include supervision of staff, budgeting, collection development, programming oversight and all other activities related to the operation and management of multiple libraries. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Experience with supervising and coordinating the work of library personnel. Fundamental knowledge of and experience with library science systems, principles, and procedures ...

Assistant/Associate Professor - Catalog Librarian

Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau

Assistant or Associate Professor – Catalog LibrarianFull-Time, Tenure Track, 10 Month PositionKent LibrarySoutheast Missouri State University The Catalog Librarian position provides description of, discovery of and access to electronic and print library resources through creation of original metadata records for all library materials. Work includes cataloging of new general collection and Special Collections & Archives materials as well as retrospective projects. The catalog librarian ensures that titles are accurately described in the integrated library system (ILS) and other systems, such as OCLC, to facilitate discovery and access by university students, faculty and staff and guest users. The catalog librarian manages cataloging unit operations and supervises assigned staff. ...

Technology Consultant

Southwest Kansas Library System

Dodge City, Kansas

Southwest Kansas Library System Title: Technology ConsultantReports to: System DirectorFLSA: Non-Exempt positionStatus: Full Time (40 hours/wk)Company ValuesPerform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervisionInteract professionally with other employees, customers, and peers throughout the stateWork effectively as a team contributorWork independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for coordinating technology planning and service provision including oversight of E-rate, technology plans, library automation and technology-related procurement. Travel to member libraries is integral to this position.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Pr ...

Librarian III

Omaha Public Library

Omaha

This is professional library work which involves the adult, children, or extension services (subject departments and technical processes) of the library. Work includes allocating funds, formulating policies, solving administrative problems, and recommending the hiring and firing of subordinate staff. Job Duties: (Any one position may not perform all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all of the duties that may be performed in positions allocated to this class.)Directs the adult, children or extension services within the library system by formulating library policies and procedures, establishing goals and objectives and participating in problem solving and long range planning.Oversees the administration of the automated catalog and circulation system to include monit ...

Regional Library System Administrator

Viking Library System

System Headquarters

Excellent opportunity to lead a well-established federated regional public library system. Headquartered in Fergus Falls, MN, Viking Library System covers six counties in west central MN serving a population of 124,000 people. Services are provided directly to the public through bookmobile and outreach services and indirectly through eleven independent member libraries. The system is funded through a combination of county, state, and federal resources. Responsibilities: Serving as the chief administrative officer of the system, this position covers fiscal management; program development, implementation, and evaluation; personnel and operations supervisor. ...

School and Youth Services Specialist

North Dakota State Library

ND State Library

We are looking for a person seeking the opportunity to create and explore innovative ways youth services are provided through school and public libraries. This person will have the opportunity to create a position from the ground up, working with others in our organization, throughout the state, and nationally. If you enjoy traveling and working with a wide variety of people, consider applying for our School and Youth Services Specialist position. ...

Social Sciences & Scholarly Communications Librarian

Chester Fritz Library

University of North Dakota

Chester Fritz Library at the University of North Dakota is seeking a Social Sciences & Scholarly Communications Reference Librarian. The successful applicant will serve as an authority on emerging and evolving trends in scholarly communications, assist faculty with tools to measure their scholarly output; will serve as a member of a dynamic team providing direct assistance and guidance to library users through reference and instructional services; and serve as a liaison for specific academic social sciences departments assisting in collection development for those areas and the Reference collection. This is a full-time, benefited position starting at $49,000/year. For a complete position description and qualifications, look for JobID: 2983 at: https://und.edu/finance-operations/human ...

County Librarian

Pioneerland Library System (MN)

Minnesota

Pioneerland Library System, a consolidated regional library system located in west central Minnesota, seeks a Head Librarian with successful public library experience to direct and coordinate the activities of three (3) smaller rural libraries. Responsibilities include supervision of staff, budgeting, collection development and all other activities related to the operation and management of multiple libraries. Search Reopened:Head Librarian/County Librarian – Madison/Canby/Dawson (MN) Public Libraries Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Experience with supervising and coordinating the work of library personnel. Fundamental knowledge of and experience with library science systems, principles, and procedures. Broad knowledge of technology and telecommunications including current ...

School and Youth Services Specialist

North Dakota State Library

Bismarck, ND

We are looking for a person seeking the opportunity to create and explore innovative ways youth services are provided through school and public libraries. This person will have the opportunity to create a position from the ground up, working with others in our organization, throughout the state, and nationally. If you enjoy traveling and working with a wide variety of people, consider applying for our School and Youth Services Specialist position. For more information and to apply for the position, please visit: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11000&JobOpeningId=3006998&PostingSeq=1. Applications are due Nov. 12. ...

Training Coordinator

North Dakota State Library

Bismarck, ND

Do you like the cold? Do you love outdoor activities? Do you enjoy training in new and traditional ways? This position will give you the opportunity to enjoy all of the above as well as the opportunity to redesign the training program for our organization. The North Dakota State Library is interested in hiring a person who can provide a new direction for the training we provide to librarians from all types of libraries, including many one or two person libraries. For more information and to apply for the position, please visit: https://www.cnd.nd.gov/psc/recruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11000&JobOpeningId=3006997&PostingSeq=1. Applications are due November 12. ...

Branch Supervisor

Cedar Rapids Public Library

Downtown

You are the connective tissue of the library’s culture, providing the public with information and assistance directly and through managing operations and staff at the library’s branch. Who you are: You are a positive motivator. You are a lot of things to a lot of people – coach, leader, mentor and host. You are an effective communicator, able to lead meetings and relay pertinent information. You engage well with others and are passionate about providing an exemplary customer experience. You are a team player who thinks quickly on your feet and can lead from within a team. You are a connector, working with stakeholders to make your library a community hub. You are an active listener with lots of patience. You are fearless, always willing to tackle challenges and ...

Head Librarian/County Librarian

Pioneerland Library System (MN)

Pioneerland Library System, a consolidated regional library system located in west central Minnesota, seeks a Head Librarian with successful public library experience to direct and coordinate the activities of three (3) rural libraries. Responsibilities include supervision of staff, budgeting, collection development and all other activities related to the operation and management of multiple libraries. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Experience with supervising and coordinating the work of library personnel. Fundamental knowledge of and experience with library science systems, principles, and procedures. Broad knowledge of technology and telecommunications including current trends and best practices and their application to library services. Demonstrated example of leadership and ...

Programming Manager

Cedar Rapids Public Library

Downtown

Job Description: You are the champion of lifelong learning. From story time to STEAM program, adult coloring night to cooking club, you have a passion for the participatory library and can lead a team of professionals who create and deliver innovative experiences. Who you are: You have a passion for youth services, but understand that adults need some fun, too. You are a positive motivator. You love to play, learn, and explore. You inspire fun in the people around you. You get programming and have experience in designing, preparing, promoting, implementing delivering and evaluating programs. You make friends and find opportunities to create partnerships. You love how the right details make the big picture come together. You’re a natural communicator, whether in a small g ...

Web Services Librarian

Chester Fritz Library

Main campus

Chester Fritz Library at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks is seeking a Web Services Librarian to develop and maintain the CFL web site. Strong web development skills are necessary, including fluency with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Working knowledge of PHP and SQL are strongly preferred. Knowledge of usability and accessibility principles also preferred.This is a full-time, benefited position starting at $50,000/year. For more details and application procedures, see the job posting at: http://library.und.edu/job/web-servicesThe application deadline is August 5th, 2016. ...

School Library Technology Coordinator, Sr. Librarian

South Dakota State Library

McKay Building

Job Order ID:1747497Job Title:School Library Technology Coordinator (Senior Librarian)Openings:1Salary:$19.14 - $21.50 per Hourly DOEQStatus:Full TimeDuration:Over 150 DaysHours per Week:40Days:Mon Tues Wed Thurs FriExperience Required:Shift:DayEducationPreferred:Bachelor DegreeLicenses/Certification:Minimum Age:18Lifting Requirements:Drivers License Class:Endorsements:Desired Skills:Description:Job ID: 6575; Agency: Department of Education; South Dakota State Library Salary: $19.14 - $21.50 per hour Pay Grade: GJ Closing Date: Open Until Filled The Senior Librarian works as a consultant for the State Library and as a liaison for almost 400 schools and school libraries. Administers a state library program through planning, implementation, and coordination with other library programs and pu ...

Librarian I

Omaha Public Library

Omaha, NE

This is entry-level professional library work in various phases of library operations within the municipal library system. Work includes providing excellent customer service, making recommendations for material acquisition, performing reference work in specialty fields and planning and conducting outreach and programs. Work may also include assigning and following up on the work of clerical and para-professional employees. Duties may include: Makes recommendations for the acquisition of books, pamphlets, government documents, periodicals, media, digital content, and other materials by assessing library patrons’ needs and interests and consulting professional journals and lists.Performs complex research and reference work in specialty fields; provides patrons with requested informat ...