Hope College seeks a Collections Archivist who is passionate about the power of telling stories through institutional and historical records of the past. This position will work with the traditional processing of archival materials as well as exciting digital projects, and provide support for student and faculty research. This position reports to the Director of Archives and Special Collections.Responsibilities include:Maintaining the collections of the Hope College Archives and Special Collections department– accessioning new archival materials, processing physical and digital collections, developing processing priorities, and facilitating a records management programProviding research services to students, faculty, staff, and community membersHiring, training, and supervising student a ...

The OpportunityOn behalf of our client, CLEVNET, we are seeking exceptional candidates for their new Senior Director of CLEVNET position.This dynamic, mission-oriented leadership position is responsible for guiding the daily operations and helping to shape the strategic direction of CLEVNET. As a key administrator for the organization, you will help ensure public library patrons across the region have ready access to vital information and materials necessary for their entertainment, education, and personal/cultural enrichment.In this multifaceted, challenging role, you will also:· Manage a highly skilled, experienced team of eight IT professionals responsible for the development, implementation, application, maintenance, and support of library systems, applications, technology, and infras ...

Library Director – Madison Public Library (WI)TheCity of Madison (WI)is looking for an innovative and collaborative leader who can connect theMadison Public Libraryto people across our community. Our Library is consistently celebrated as a pioneer in creative community-building activities and diverse services. The Madison Public Library is an award-winning library system, dedicated to celebrating ideas, promoting creativity, connecting people and enriching lives. Working for Madison Public Library means working alongside a highly talented and truly outstanding group of people. The new Library Director we are looking for will lead a staff of approximately 135 permanent employees and 125 hourly employees across 9 (soon to be 10) sites to fulfill the Library’s vision, mission and values ...

The Oshkosh Public Library is seeking a full-time dedicated, collaborative, customer-focused Collection Development and Acquisitions Librarian to coordinate all aspects of developing a well-balanced collection for all ages. The desired candidate would supervise all aspects of the library’s effort to offer a wide variety of educational and entertaining content (physical and digital) to customers; coordinate collection development policies and collaborate with library staff to assess and meet customer needs; oversee the allocations and expenditures of the materials budget as well as all phases of the library materials acquisitions process.Activities required to manage this collection include: reading reviews and monitoring other sources of information to identify content for inclusion; ini ...

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Research and Engagement Services Librarian is responsible for managing a balanced portfolio of four key activities in support of the programs of the Arts and Sciences focused on disciplines in the Humanities, with an emphasis on English and other disciplines as needed: (1) collection management, (2) instruction, (3) research, and scholarship, and (4) engagement.The Kelvin Smith Library is the knowledge and creativity commons of Case Western Reserve University and part of a library system with over three million titles in print and digital formats. KSL is home to the University Archives and Special Collections and manuscripts consisting of over 17,000 linear feet, the Kulas Music Collection, and the Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship which advances research by ...

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Digital Scholarship Team Leader heads a highly collaborative team that supports the Creation and Curation Services division in the Kelvin Smith Library at Case Western Reserve University. The Team Leader has responsibility for articulating, developing, and implementing a digital scholarship strategy and is responsible for the management of the Digital Scholarship team and services including areas of scholarly communication, open access, text analysis, geographic information systems, and data management services. The team leader will work with the Associate University Librarian for Creation and Curation Services to play a leadership role in library-wide policy making, and in the development and evaluation of services. The Digital Scholarship Team Leader serves as a ...

The Oshkosh Public Library is seeking a creative, collaborative, and customer-focused librarian to join our Information Services Department. The ideal candidate will embrace change as we work to meet the evolving needs of our community. Success will require working well independently and in teams. Primary duties include staffing a busy reference desk, leading the library’s digital services efforts for adults, and working as part of the library’s Program Team to develop engaging programs. Help us achieve our vision of “A library in every life” by serving as a center for lifelong learning, an incubator for creativity, a recognized downtown destination, and a valuable community partner. ...

TheManistee County Library (MI)Board of Trustees seeks a thoughtful and engaging leader as its next Executive Director of Library Services. With a $1.5 million budget, 18.5 FTE, and six locations, the library provides over 24,000 residents with essential services and resources through a variety of programming, diverse print and electronic resources, and knowledgeable staff. Library highlights include robust children’s programming, a Library of Things collection, and one-on-one technology assistance. In the coming years, the library will be focusing on a renewal of its existing tax millage, an assessment of the organization’s facilities, and building lasting relationships with community organizations.Responsibilities:Under the general direction of the Manistee County Library Board of Tr ...

The Oshkosh Public Library is seeking a creative, collaborative, and customer-focused librarian to join our Information Services Department. The ideal candidate will embrace change as we work to meet the evolving needs of our community. Success will require working well independently and in teams. Primary duties include staffing a busy reference desk, leading the library’s readers’ advisory efforts for adults, and working as part of the library’s Program Team to develop engaging programs. Help us achieve our vision of “A library in every life” by serving as a center for lifelong learning, an incubator for creativity, a recognized downtown destination, and a valuable community partner. ...

Are you ready for the next step in your career?We are excited to be partnering with Clermont County Public Library to help them find their next Fiscal Officer.About the OpportunityIn this mission-driven, hands-on leadership position, the Fiscal Officer plans, implements, administers, and supervises all aspects of the financial operations for the library system. Reporting to a seven-person Board of Trustees, the Fiscal Officer also ensures that all financial operations comply with applicable laws and statutes of the State of Ohio, state auditing requirements, standard finance and accounting practices, and established policies and decisions of the Board of Trustees. As the top financial administrative officer of the library system, the Fiscal Officer is responsible for regular financial repo ...

The Dayton Metro Library is seeking a second full-time Children Services Librarian for the Main Library. The ideal candidate will team up with the other Children Services Librarian at this location to offer creative programming, including story times, for children in grades K-6 as well as outreach to local schools, day care centers, etc. This individual will be a customer-service minded person who is ready to help patrons use our largest urban location and its services. Our Main Library receives a large influx of teens after school during the week. All Youth Services team members assist with helping our teens make good choices while visiting our facility and using our resources. Join our team today!DML is committed to cultivating inclusive environments and a workforce that reflects the div ...

The Dayton Metro Library is seeking a full-time Teen Services Librarian for the West Carrollton Branch. We are looking for a librarian who is skilled in making connections with local schools and engaging teens who visit the Library. The West Carrollton Branch is very busy after school, so experience in managing large groups of teens is desired. The ideal candidate will be energetic and experienced at offering creative programming that appeals to teens in grades 7 through 12. Apply today!DML is committed to cultivating inclusive environments and a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. As such, we encourage Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to apply, in addition to members from other marginalized groups.Further,we recognize the importance of language diversity ...

TheOshkosh Public Library (WI)Board of Trustees seeks a collaborative team leader who can build relationships within the community as its next Library Director. Working from a single historic location with a $3.8 million budget and 39 FTE staff, the Library Director will work to meet the library’s mission statement and help the nearly 67,000 residents ‘find knowledge resources; provide free access to information; preserve local history; and create a vibrant community gathering place’. Highlights include a strong endowment fund, a supportive Board of Trustees, and a commitment to local history and genealogy. The 10-member board has nine members appointed by the mayor (with the concurrence of City Council), and one appointed by the County Executive. The library recently transitioned it ...

Library Director – Anderson Public Library (IN)TheAnderson Public Library (IN), a renowned and progressive institution serving the vibrant communities of Anderson City, Anderson, Stony Creek, And Union Townships in Indiana, is seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to serve as its next Library Director. Working with 41.16 FTE staff, two locations, including both the Anderson Public Library and the Lapel Branch Library, and a $5.7 million budget, the new director will work to provide nearly 70,000 residents in the library district with a thriving, diverse, trusted, library at the center of the community. Key initiatives include making the library more visible to the population it serves, developing a healthy organizational culture, and working with the board and staff to align the org ...

A Staff Training and Development Coordinator opportunity is available with the Cleveland Heights-University Heights Public Library’s Human Resources Department.This person will create, plan, deliver, and schedule training programs that support the development of non-management level and management level employees. The right candidate will have a passion for learning and development.You will be assessing employee training needs and aligning training with our organization’s goals, including those that are strategic and support D.E.I. You will also be overseeing our tuition reimbursement program, system-wide New Hire Orientation, and annual Staff Development Day.Job RequirementsBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience in human resources, education, tale ...

In the Youth Services Department, we provide service to those from birth to age 18 and the adults who care for them, within our own walls and out in the community. We are seeking an individual with excellent communication and customer service skills to join our Youth Services team at the Noble Road branch. Successful candidate should have a passion for public libraries and enjoy working with children from birth to teens. Candidate must also be proficient in technology, enjoy working as a team, and have enthusiasm for a library’s impact on the community it serves.Requirements· Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience.· Excellent communication skills.· Experience working creatively with youth.· Customer service experience.· Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, si ...

In the Youth Services Department, we provide service to those from birth to age 18 and the adults who care for them, within our own walls and out in the community. This position is primarily focused on serving our teens, but will also assist in providing reference services to children and adults.Successful candidates will have excellent communication and customer service skills, bepassionate about public libraries, and excel at working with teens. Candidates must also be proficient in technology and enjoy working on a team.Requirements are:Bachelor’s degree or some college with equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.Excellent communication skillsExperience working creatively with youth.Customer service experience.Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, sit, and kneel.Valid driver's lic ...

In the Youth Services Department, we provide service to those from birth to age 18 and the adults who care for them, within our own walls and out in the community. We are seeking an individual with excellent communication and customer service skills to join our Youth Services team at the Lee Road branch. Successful candidate should have a passion for public libraries and enjoy working with children from birth to teens. Candidate must also be proficient in technology, enjoy working as a team, and have enthusiasm for a library’s impact on the community it serves.Requirements· Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience.· Excellent communication skills.· Experience working creatively with youth.· Customer service experience.· Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, sit, ...

Reporting directly to the Mayor of the City of Springfield, Illinois, the Director serves as the administrative head of Springfield’s public library. Plans, organizes, directs, evaluates and reviews the library's services, resources, programs and staff in support of strategic goals and objectives. Fosters purposeful and meaningful connections with the community, staff, and City of Springfield to realize the library’s mission and vision.Responsible for leading a management and administrative staff of 12 people.Develops and presents the annual Library operating budget for City Council approval. Ensures maximum resource utilization, budget management and maintenance to put the Library in a positive, productive and sustainable financial situation.Ensures the success and sustainability of l ...

Lincoln Library's Sangamon Valley Collection is seeking an individual to assist patrons in making the most effective use of local history materials and information available in the library. Job duties include:Researches and answers reference questions using specialized tools, and assists patrons with the use of print records and electronic databases.Develops and conducts resource instruction and educational programs for the community. Prepares exhibits and displays.Processes materials including books, documents, periodicals and photographs for inclusion in the collection. ...

Heights Libraries has an opening for a part-time Technology Assistant in our Heights Knowledge and Innovation Center (HKIC) located at our Lee Road branch. The HKIC is home to a Multi-Media Lab, a STEAM/Maker Lab, and computers running both Windows and Mac OS. In this position, you will be assisting customers in person and over the phone with computer/technology-related questions; and assisting customers with scanners and other related office equipment.Job requirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills required with the ability to interact effectively with all customer age groups.Must be patient and adaptable to working with customers of varying degrees of computer and office equipment skill and ...

The Ashland Public Library [APL], located in Ashland County, Ohio is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as their next Director. This dynamic leadership position reports to a seven-member Board of Trustees and is responsible for the executive administration of the organization. The Director will provide sound operations and fiscal management while prioritizing patron satisfaction, community collaboration and engagement, employee relations, and staff development.About the LibraryFounded in 1892, the Ashland Public Library has been the cultural hub of the community. On top of historically providing a wide range of services beyond just books, newspapers, music, and movies, the library has drastically expanded its services and resources recently. The single, main branch is located in the c ...

The Heights Libraries is committed to providing high quality technology instruction to customers of all ages. The Library offers a variety of classes ranging from basic computer literacy skills to Maker workshops. We’re currently looking for a customer centered Technology Trainer to join our team. This individual will develop course content, deliver instruction in both a classroom and one-on-one learning environment, and assist customers with computer, multi-media lab, and STEAM Lab questions in the Heights Knowledge and Innovation Center (HKIC).Applicants must be able to make the complex simple and fun and enjoy training and providing customer support to all ages.Requirements· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a learning environment.· At l ...

The OpportunityThe Birchard Public Library [BPL], located in Sandusky County, Ohio is seeking an accomplished leader to serve as their next Library Director. This dynamic leadership position reports directly to a seven-member Board of Trustees and is responsible for the executive administration of the organization. The Library Director will provide sound operations and fiscal management while prioritizing patron satisfaction, community collaboration and engagement, and employee relations and development.About the Library and CommunityBPL was established in 1873 by Sardis Birchard [President Rutherford B. Hayes’ uncle] and the library celebrated 150 years of public service to Sandusky County residents this year. The main branch is located in Fremont, Ohio and is undergoing an impressive 8 ...

Library Director – Rocky River Public Library (OH)TheRocky River Public Library (OH)Board of Trustees seeks a proven communicator with strong organizational management skills and a willingness to build community relationships as its next Library Director. A previous Library Journal Star library, RRPL serves the nearly 22,000 residents of the city from a historic single 56,500 sq. ft. branch with 58.43 FTE and a $4.8 million budget. The seven-member Board of Trustees is appointed by the Rocky River City Schools Board of Education. Library highlights include the Cowan Pottery Museum, numerous individualized services for patrons, and membership in the robust CLEVNET consortium. Key initiatives are ongoing implementation of the strategic plan, fiscally responsible management of the public’ ...

Director – Minerva Public Library (OH)TheMinerva Public Library (OH)Board of Trustees seeks a Library Director who is a creative and innovative thinker ready to lead the library into a new future. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who can bring out the best in a dedicated staff, and effectively represent and promote the library in the community with energy and enthusiasm.In a campus-like setting adjacent to Minerva Elementary School and the YMCA, the 24,000-square-foot building was completely renovated in 2003 and provides ample space for programs and meetings as well as a 98,000-item collection. The library’s service area includes portions of three counties with just under 12,000 residents. A staff of thirteen (9.5 FTE) serves 6,800 local cardholders. Ohio’s Public ...

The OpportunityThe trustees of the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library [HMMPL] in Zionsville, Indiana are seeking a dynamic, visionary leader as the library’s next Executive Director. This multi-faceted, mission-driven leadership position will plan, implement, and administer all aspects of the operation of the Library. The new Executive Director will provide sound strategic management and possess a strong orientation towards innovation, inspiration, and increasing community connectivity and collaboration.The Executive Director operates with a high level of independence, but reports directly to a seven-member Board of Trustees. The Library has a generous Foundation with a $4 million dollar endowment and an active Friends group that provides additional grants and funding each year. For ...

Do you believe that today’s public library should be the bustling third place of its community? That providing top notch customer service is key to keeping patrons walking through our doors? That expanded collections and progressive library leadership are essential for today's evolving public libraries? Then the McMillan Memorial Library might be for you!We are seeking an empathetic, flexible candidate that possesses relevant practical experience and a solid understanding of public librarianship, strong skills in programming, outreach and services for patrons of all ages, and the ability to lead our customer services team into the future. The Assistant Director oversees the daily operations of the library, heads up our programming and outreach efforts, and supervises our 8.5 FTE customer ...

Assist Information Service customers in all aspects of their library experience in a courteous, cheerful, and efficient manner so patrons’ current needs are met and to ensure they continue to take advantage of library services. Help patrons; manage patron accounts; provide computer instruction and assistance to library patron; handle materials; assist with building security; assist with public health and safety; enforce library policies, procedures and rules; support and promote services and programs of other library departments and of other libraries within the Winnefox Library System; and other duties as assigned. See Position Description for complete description of duties. ...

Library Director – Pickaway County Library (OH)ThePickaway County Library (OH)Board of Trustees seeks a Library Director who is a creative and innovative thinker with strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team leader, comfortable addressing conflict when it arises, and successful in promoting library services as the face of the library with infectious energy and enthusiasm for the organization.Serving approximately 59,000 residents of Pickaway County from two locations and a bookmobile, the Library Director will utilize a staff of 28 FTE and a $2.2 million budget provided through the Ohio Public Library Fund and bolstered by a healthy general fund to provide information and services that educate, enrich, and engage its community. The seven-member board ...