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Library Director

Black Hills State University

Spearfish, SD

Following a complete renovation of its library facilities, Black Hills State University seeks a motivated and dynamic person to serve as Library Director. The Director establishes a vision and provides collaborative leadership for library services, resources, projects, and use of library spaces. This position will build and maintain relationships across BHSU campuses with administration, faculty, students and student organizations, and other campus entities, as well as other libraries and the Spearfish community. Advocating for the role of the library as a partner in meeting the educational mission of the university is of critical importance. This is a 12-month position that reports directly to the provost.RESPONSIBILITIES:AdministrationLead library strategic planning and projects.Administ ...

County Librarian - Madison/Canby/Dawson (MN) Public Libraries

Pioneerland Library System

Madison, MN

SEARCH RE-OPENEDCounty Librarian – Madison/Canby/Dawson (MN) Public LibrariesPioneerland 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, 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.· Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and their application to ...

Teaching Librarian

St. Ambrose University

Davenport, Iowa

The Library at St. Ambrose University seeks a service-oriented Teaching Librarian. Responsibilities include teaching sections of the library’s credit-bearing, 1-credit course IL 101: Information Literacy; in-person and remote reference work; subject liaison; and a miscellany of other librarian tasks such as educational materials creation, collection maintenance, circulation help, etc.This 12-month faculty librarian position requires working occasional evening hours (with deviation from normal hours during the summer and other breaks in the academic calendar). American Library Association (ALA)-accredited Master's degree required. Position is open until filled, with applications submitted by Sunday, June 18th receiving full consideration.St. Ambrose University is an independent, comprehen ...

Reference, Instruction and Electronic Resources Librarian

Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo, Iowa

Reports To: Director of Library ServicesJob SummaryAre you an engaging teacher who is invested in facilitating student learning? Are you a creative problem solver who enjoys the challenge of managing the discovery of electronic resources? Do you thrive in a highly collaborative environment?The Hawkeye Community College Library is seeking an enthusiastic and inspired librarian to provide reference and instruction, implement online services for on-campus and distance learners, manage digital library resources, participate in collection development, supervise interlibrary loan and complete other professional duties.As the Reference, Instruction & Electronic Resources Librarian you will provide support to all academic programs and library initiatives. Additionally, in this position you wo ...

Systems Librarian

Chester Fritz Library

Main campus

Want to join a university that is big enough to support great work, but small enough that you can make a difference? As the Systems Librarian, you would develop and maintain the servers and systems necessary to support the Chester Fritz Library’s (CFL) mission. This includes collaborating with the Online Dakota Information Network (ODIN) to manage CFL’s instance of Ex Libris’ Alma and Primo VE platform; maintaining the EZ Proxy server; and provisioning and maintaining servers for hosted web applications. In addition, you would conduct software training sessions, and digitize objects with the library’s 3D scanner.Come work with a dedicated, focused team of librarians and staff at Chester Fritz Library. Want to know more about the Library? Check out our blog.To learn more and apply, ...

Engagement Specialist

Fort Hays State University

Forsyth Library - Hays campus

Are you passionate about connecting targeted audiences with helpful resources and services? Are you skilled at creating engaging content and building partnerships to expand reach and visibility?Forsyth Library seeks a motivated and strategic communication professional to promote library resources and services to students, the campus community, the surrounding community, and other stakeholders. Join Forsyth Library during an exciting period of transformation as we embark on a multi-year, phased building renovation project with expected completion in 2026.The Engagement Specialist is a member of the Outreach team and reports to the Instruction and Outreach Librarian while overseeing 2-3 student employees to lead campus and community collaborations and public-facing communication for the libr ...

Director - Hennepin County Library (MN)

Hennepin County Library (MN)

Minneapolis, MN

Director – Hennepin County Library (MN)TheHennepin County Library (MN)seeks a leader with a combination of confidence and humility, vision and curiosity, and a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion as its next Library Director. Consistently rated one of the top public library systems in the country, Hennepin County Library serves 1.3 million residents over 611 square miles, including the city of Minneapolis, through its 41 libraries, outreach services, and website.Hennepin County is the largest county government in Minnesota and the Library is one department within the Resident Services line of business. Hennepin County and its departments have organized themselves strategically around reducing interconnected disparities that separate our residents who are thriving ...

Director of Libraries

Black Hills State University

Spearfish, South Dakota

Following a complete renovation of its library facilities, Black Hills State University seeks a motivated and dynamic person to serve as Director of Libraries. The Director establishes a vision and provides collaborative leadership for library services, resources, projects, and use of library spaces. This position will build and maintain relationships acrossBHSUcampuses with administration, faculty, students and student organizations, and other campus entities, as well as other libraries and the Spearfish community. Advocating for the role of the library as a partner in meeting the educational mission of the university is of critical importance. This is a 12-month position that reports directly to the provost.RESPONSIBILITIES:AdministrationLead library strategic planning and projects. Admi ...

Student Success Librarian

University of Missouri

Columbia, MO

The University of Missouri Libraries invites applications for a new Student Success Librarian position to join a newly formed Teaching and Learning Department based in Ellis Library. The position will help to coordinate and provide instruction, research support, and outreach services for first-year at Mizzou students including students enrolled in English composition courses, Freshman interest groups, Student Success courses, and new transfer students. In collaboration with subject librarians, Student Success librarians also provide outreach to a variety of offices and programs that provide centralized support for students, such as the Graduate School, the International Student Office, Missouri Online, and campus programs supporting first generation and underrepresented student groups. Our ...

Community Engagement Coordinator

University of Missouri

Columbia, MO

The University of Missouri Libraries (MU Libraries) invites applications for the full-time, NTT Librarian position of Community Engagement Coordinator. This librarian represents the University Libraries to new users, enriches the user experience, and expands opportunities for users to engage with library programs and services. Reporting to the Vice Provost for Libraries, and working closely with members of the Library Management Team, the Community Engagement Coordinator works collaboratively with colleagues across the Libraries to further develop services, spaces, and programming that promote student learning, with particular attention to supporting the library needs of students, both undergraduate and graduate. The position will support engagement activities at all levels including exhib ...

Assistant Professor - Government Information & Literacy Librarian

Southeast Missouri State University

Cape Girardeau, MO

Assistant Professor – Tenure TrackGovernment Information and Literacy LibrarianKent LibraryPrimary Responsibilities:Serve as Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) coordinator at Kent Library, a selective depository library. Coordinator responsibilities include:maintain compliance with FDLP regulationsreport to the Regional Depository Coordinatormaintain records and statisticsrespond to FLDP forms and surveysselect and deselect government materialscreate displays using government informationparticipate in Missouri FDLPParticipate in the University’s A&OER (Affordable & Open Educational Resources) Initiative through location, instruction and curation of resources with an emphasis on government information.Provide instruction in the use of government information to support eff ...

Head of Acquisitions and Resource Management

Kansas State University

Campus

About This Role:Kansas State University Libraries invite applications and nominations for the position of Head of Acquisitions and Resource Management. This is a 12-month position at the rank of Assistant Professor Tenure Track or Associate Professor Tenure Track academic appointment carrying full faculty status and responsibilities. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Collections, Discovery, and Information Technology.The candidate must have a commitment to scholarly/creative activities and professional service necessary for pursuing tenure at Kansas State University Libraries. To be successful in this position, the incumbent must possess an ability to manage change and demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to establ ...

Library Director

City of Columbus

City Library

The old saying goes, “you can’t judge a book by its cover.” And in Columbus, Nebraska, you can’t judge a library’s value to the community by just its books.Beyond its extensive physical catalog, there also is its popular event programming for people of all ages, digital assets, talented staff and a soon-to-be state-of-the-art facility in the historic downtown district.The City of Columbus is looking for a driven and hardworking leader to becomes its next full-time Library Director. This person will help write the next chapters in the library’s rich history as it prepares to move into the voter-approved Columbus Community Building, which will also be home to City Hall, a children’s museum, a local coffee shop and more, later this year.This highly responsible administrative pro ...
Head Librarian/County Librarian – Madison/Canby/Dawson (MN) Public LibrariesPioneerland 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, 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.· Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and their application to ...

Head Librarian III - Glencoe/Brownton (MN) Public Libraries

Pioneerland Library System

Glencoe, MN

Head Librarian III – Glencoe/Brownton (MN) Public LibrariesPioneerland 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 two (2) rural libraries. Responsibilities include staff supervision, budgeting, collection development, programming oversight, and other activities related to the operation and management of a library.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.· Knowledge of current and emerging technologies and their application to library services.· Demonstrated example of ...

Continuing Resources Cataloger

University of Missouri

University of Missouri - Ellis Library

The University of Missouri Libraries (MU Libraries) invites applications for the full-time, NTT Librarian position of Continuing Resources Cataloger. This librarian provides access to library continuing resources through descriptive metadata, subject analysis, and classification by performing original and copy cataloging; maintains current holdings of monographic series and serials; and participates in planning, including developing unit, departmental, and project goals, priorities, and procedures at a departmental, library, and UM System level. A successful candidate with no experience cataloging continuing resources will be required to complete format-specific training after hire.Responsibilities Include:§ Perform original and copy cataloging of print and electronic continuing resources ...

Media Relations & Communications Specialist

Lawrence Public Library

Lawrence, KS

Lawrence Public Library is looking for a creative and energetic Media Relations & Communications Specialist to help tell Lawrence Public Library’s story, champion our offerings, and advance the library’s mission to inspire our community to imagine more for their lives through learning, connecting, creating, and growing. The Media Relations & Communications Specialist works in the Department of Development and Community Partnerships and reports to the Marketing & Patron Experience Coordinator.A little bit about us.At Lawrence Public Library, we have a supportive, collaborative, and at times playful work culture. We are committed to providing excellent library service to our community, but also don’t take ourselves too seriously. Our staff are creative problem-solvers and c ...

Systems Librarian

University of Missouri Libraries

Columbia, MO

OverviewThe University of Missouri Libraries seeks a dynamic individual to work across our four campuses and the State Historical Society of Missouri as a Systems Librarian.The University of Missouri System supports more than 70,000 students across four universities and serves all 114 counties. In addition to its four campuses—the University of Missouri-Columbia (MU), the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), Missouri University of Science and Technology (S&T) and the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL)—the UM System is comprised of a statewide health care system, multiple research parks and incubators, agricultural research stations, and a vast network of small business and technology development centers, extension centers, telehealth network sites and MOREnet sites.Summa ...

Assistant Professor, Metadata Librarian

Kansas State University

K-State Libraries in Manhattan, KS

About This Role:This is a 12-month, full-time tenure-track academic appointment carrying full faculty status and responsibilities including scholarship and service to meet both the Libraries’ and the University’s requirements for tenure and promotion. To be successful in this position, the incumbent must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to establish and maintain productive working relationships with colleagues in an environment where flexibility and collaboration are essential. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills to further and enhance metadata across the Libraries.Responsibilities:Provide expertise on metadata schemas, technical details, and best practices for increasing access and discovery of collectionsManage, train, ...

Assistant Professor, Records Manager

Kansas State University

K-State Libraries in Manhattan, KS

About This Role:The Richard L. D. and Marjorie J. Morse Department of Special Collections at Kansas State University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of University Records Manager. The University Records Manager serves as the university’s records officer and as an advisor to Libraries and university administration, departments, and offices in the development of K-State’s records and information management (RIM) program. Reporting to the University Archivist, the University Records Manager establishes RIM policies and procedures, including retention and disposition processes, communicates knowledge of RIM and archival theory and practice, and conveys complex records issues to diverse constituencies. The Records Manager will maintain a robust/effective and ...

Head of Acquisitions and Resource Management

Kansas State University

K-State Libraries in Manhattan, KS

About This Role:Kansas State University Libraries invite applications and nominations for the position of Head of Acquisitions and Resource Management. This is a full-time position. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Collections, Discovery, and Information Technology.This is a full-time tenure track academic appointment carrying full faculty status and responsibilities. The candidate must have a commitment to scholarly/creative activities and professional service necessary for pursuing tenure at Kansas State University Libraries. To be successful in this position, the incumbent must possess an ability to manage change and demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to establish and maintain productive working relationships ...

Library Reference Assistant

Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo, Iowa

Job SummaryAre you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? Is it your time to be the difference? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you!The Hawkeye Community College Library is looking for a part-time evening Library Reference Assistant to join their team. The mission of Hawkeye’s Library is to cultivate a welcoming and inclusive environment that provides access, services, and resources which foster lifelong learning, encourage intellectual curiosity, and support the College’s curricular programs. In the Library you will find things such as 28,000+ print books and 160,000+ e-books, 60+ online databases as well as rooms for studying, collaborative learning, active learning and a Quiet Space from for private refl ...
The University of Missouri Libraries (MU Libraries) invites applications for the full-time, NTT position of Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Acquisitions, Collections, and Technical Services (ACTS). Reporting to the Vice Provost for Libraries, this position provides leadership for technical services functions, the offsite print storage facility, and consortial resources in an academic research library. The AUL contributes to the strategic development of local, regional, and national strategies in preservation, digitization, and access; and supports coordination of relevant licensing and collection management strategies for the University’s system campus libraries. The AUL for ACTS is the manager of personnel in the ACTS division, in alignment with university personnel policies.Re ...

Systems Librarian

University of Missouri Libraries

Columbia, MO

OverviewThe University of Missouri Libraries seeks a dynamic individual to work across our four campuses and the State Historical Society of Missouri as a Systems Librarian.The University of Missouri System supports more than 70,000 students across four universities and serves all 114 counties. In addition to its four campuses—the University of Missouri-Columbia (MU), the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), Missouri University of Science and Technology (S&T) and the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL)—the UM System is comprised of a statewide health care system, multiple research parks and incubators, agricultural research stations, and a vast network of small business and technology development centers, extension centers, telehealth network sites and MOREnet sites.Summa ...

Research and Instructional Services Librarian

University of Missouri

Ellis Library

We seek multiple engaged and innovative librarians to join our team in providing general and specialized services in support of teaching, research, scholarship, and creativity. Reporting to the Head of Research and Information Services, these librarians will provide outreach and discipline-specific services in either the arts & humanities or the sciences based on the candidate’s experience, background, and interests, as well as the needs of the organization. The Librarian will build strong relationships with faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and with colleagues across the institution; collaborate with faculty to develop high quality collections; encourage and facilitate the use of library and information resources; provide instruction, reference and research consultations ...

Partnership Development Representative

BiblioCommons

Remote, open to any US or Canadian candidates. BiblioCommons is based in Toronto, Canada.

Job Summary:We have an amazing group of libraries collaborating across the BiblioCommons platform, and today, the potential is greater than we had even imagined. There’s tremendous power in libraries working collectively by sharing content, expertise, community, and code, and collaborating to broaden and deepen community engagement. BiblioCommons is looking for someone who thrives on the challenge of encouraging new libraries to join a fantastic group of libraries collaborating across the BiblioCommons platform. We’re not selling features. We’re selling the capacity of libraries to be so much more for their patrons, and for the library’s digital space to be as rich, valued, and inspiring as the great physical library spaces. We’re looking for a Partnership Development Representat ...

Library Director

City of Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff, NE

The Library Director is an exempt position, requiring advanced knowledge in the field of library science and the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment. This position is responsible for the administration and management of the library; and plans, directs and supervises all library accreditation, fiscal management, information technology, collection development, personnel supervision, public relations and facilities planning. The Library Director reports to the City Manager. ...

Library Technician

Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo, Iowa

Library TechnicianJob SummaryAre you tech savvy and skilled at problem solving? Are you passionate about making an impact and empowering others to gain an appreciation for lifelong learning? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you!The Hawkeye Community College Library is looking for a Library Technician with a keen sense of curiosity and persistence to join their team. As the Library Technician, you would be responsible for implementing first level technical support for online resources and library technology. This is achieved by assisting librarians with the configuration, authentication and administration of library systems as well as ordering and maintaining library collections.Hawkeye Community College is a comprehensive community college focused on meeting the ...

Access Services Librarian

St. Ambrose University Library

Davenport, IA

St. Ambrose University Library seeks a service-oriented Access Services Librarian. Responsibilities include supervising student workers, maintaining the library's integrated library system (ILS), overseeing the circulation and accessibility of physical and digital materials in the library, and working with interlibrary loan (ILL) materials. The Access Services Librarian will also engage in a limited amount of reference work, collection development, and the creation of instructional materials.This 12-month position requires working some evening hours, with some deviation from normal hours during the summer and other breaks in the academic calendar. American Library Association (ALA)-accredited Master's degree required. Position is open until filled, with applications submitted by December 4 ...

Research and Instructional Services Librarian

University of Missouri

Ellis Library

We seek multiple engaged and innovative librarians to join our team in providing general and specialized services in support of teaching, research, scholarship, and creativity. Reporting to the Head of Research and Information Services, these librarians will provide outreach and discipline-specific services in either the arts & humanities or the sciences based on the candidate’s experience, background, and interests, as well as the needs of the organization. The Librarian will build strong relationships with faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and with colleagues across the institution; collaborate with faculty to develop high quality collections; encourage and facilitate the use of library and information resources; provide instruction, reference and research consultations ...