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 ...

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 (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 ...

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 ...

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 (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 (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 ...

“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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Madison Public Library (MPL) is a dynamic organization that actively embraces the changing role of libraries, and was awarded the 2016 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Our critically acclaimed Bubbler program has expanded through major grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Our eight neighborhood libraries have similarly embraced new services and technology. Employment at MPL means working alongside talented people who are deeply committed to service and making a difference in people's lives. Our outstanding and collegial workforce is highly valued by the community, and includes staff members who have received national recognition or awards for their work. We value and support diverse perspectives, intellectual freedo ...

About the PositionMadison Public Library seeks a creative and innovative librarian who will develop relationships between the Sequoya Library and our community's many stakeholders in order to foster opportunities for youth and families, with a particular focus on addressing community identified needs. Consistent with our mission and vision, this position cultivates community partnerships which develop opportunities to learn, share and create. This position will ensure equitable provision of resources and services and will lead other staff in developing culturally competent models for services. This position will provide leadership and coordination in Sequoya Library operations, including work activities of staff, facilities and technology needs, and assisting in the hiring of staff. Famili ...

Job Summary: A Branch Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the library supervising staff and planning and presenting programs for all age groups. Mission: To serve our community of lifelong learners. The Branch Supervisor supports that mission by ensuring that Branch Operations are conducted in the most effective, efficient, and customer focused manner. Personal & Professional Attributes: All Licking County Library employees are expected to exercise sensitivity when working with others, display common sense and good judgment, actively promote the Library to the public, uphold the highest level of confidentiality, honesty and integrity, and represent the Library in a positive and professional manner at all times. Core Technology Competencies: All Licking County L ...

LIBRARIAN I - Adult ServicesLincoln Library is seeking an individual to assist customers in making the most effectiveuse of materials and information available in the library through a variety of ways, including assisting customers with electronic searches, handling difficult referencequestions using specialized tools and providing readers' advisory services. Conductprograms for the public on topics of interest and prepare informational displays. Requires professional judgment in choice of methods and tools used. This positionrequires a Master’s degree in Library Science. Evening and weekend hours required. Current employees (where applicable) and persons hired or rehired after 1-1-17shall maintain their bona fide residence within the corporate limits of the city during all periods ...

The Library Director manages and directs a library staff of 34 (13 full time), with an annual operating budget of $1.877 million. 67% of the library’s operating funds come from the State of Ohio’s Public Library Fund, 30% come from local property taxes and the remaining 3% come from fees and miscellaneous sources. Approximately 223,000 items circulate in all three locations annually. ...

Principle Duties: Adult Services Department Head responsible for management, supervision, and administration of adult & technical services, development & maintenance of adult collections; develops & conducts events, provides reference services, supervises staff of 6. Preferred Qualifications/Requirements: ALA Accredited MLS/MLIS; minimum 4 years library experience; progressive levels of responsibility and supervision; or Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with commitment to complete MLS/MLIS in 5 years; minimum of 5 years library experience; progressive levels of responsibility. Position: Fulltime (40 hrs/wk), salaried, exempt position with benefits; salary negotiable depending on qualifications & experience. ...

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library invites applications or nominations for the position of Associate Library Director. The person sought for this position will participate in a wide range of library management functions including user outreach, reference, and collection management. This position offers an opportunity to combine advanced knowledge of scholarly resources in theology with service to students and scholars. Managing digital resources, including selection and acquisition of content, access, and evaluation of emerging technologies, will be a particular responsibility of this position. Archabbey Library has a staff of four and is a member of the Private Academic Library Network of Indiana (PALNI), a highly innovative and collaborative library consortium. The Associate Director will w ...

Executive 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, nine branches, and five bookmobiles. 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, please apply by March 28. Salary $105,000 - $120,00 and is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. John Keister & AssociatesExec ...

The Technical Services Coordinator supports the work of the library through preparing newlyacquired materials for circulation, filling interlibrary loan requests, and providing patron servicethroughout the course of the day. The Technical Services Coordinator works closely with theSchewe Library team in order to provide timely, responsive, and patron-driven library services. Essential FunctionsThe following list of duties is meant to be representative of the work performed in this position.The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the workis similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities. Daily needs and specialprojects may cause the weighting of any particular job duty to fluctuate for shorter or longerperiods of ti ...

The Porter County Public Library System seeks a creative and dedicated leader to serve as Director. Located on the southern shore of Lake Michigan in northwest Indiana near Chicago, the library serves over 145,000 residents through five (5) branch locations. Home to well-regarded Valparaiso University and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore,the communities of Porter County and the county seat of Valparaiso provide residents with the best in recreational opportunities, arts and cultural events, and affordable housing in a family-friendly atmosphere. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/pcpls for details and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, please apply by March 24. Salary is $115K - $128K and is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. John Ke ...

The Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library District seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Director. Located in rapidly developing Kane County between the cities of Chicago and Rockford, the library district serves about 17,000 residents. The Director opening is a great opportunity for someone whowants to lead thelibrary as it continues to embrace its vital role in the life of this community. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/ellajohnson for details, inquiries and to apply. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, please apply by March 14. Salary range is mid-$70s, negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Previous experience as a Director is not required. John Keister & AssociatesExecutive Search for Librarieswww.johnkeister.comellajohnson@johnke ...

The Peoria Public Library seeks a forward-thinking leader to serve as Executive Director. Peoria is located on the Illinois River in central Illinois, midway between Chicago and St. Louis. With a main library and four (4) branches, the library serves about 115,000 residents. Peoria is a vibrant, diverse community offering a high quality of life that is supported by excellent schools and safe neighborhoods. Residents enjoy a wide variety of cultural, entertainment and recreational amenities. For more information on Peoria and to apply for this opportunity, please visit www.johnkeister.com/peoria. We welcome and encourage inquiries. For full consideration, please apply by March 14. Salary minimum is $100,000 and is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. John Keister & Ass ...

About the Job:Madison Public Library seeks two creative and innovative Librarians who will develop relationships between the Library and Madison's many stakeholders in order to foster opportunities for our adult customers with a particular focus on addressing community identified needs. Consistent with our mission and vision, these positions cultivate community partnerships which develop opportunities to learn, share and create. These positions will ensure equitable provision of resources and services and will lead librarians and other staff in developing culturally competent models for services. These positions will provide leadership and coordination in central library operations, including work activities of staff, facilities and technology needs, and assisting in the hiring of staff. F ...

Be an information source for local history researchers; work with the archives librarian; process and index local history materials Create, schedule, prepare, and implement several weekly educational, cultural, or library-oriented programs for adults Desk responsibilities such as issuing library cards, give computer assistance, give reading recommendations, give instruction on how to use the ILS, databases, the Internet, and other library equipment Troubleshoot library equipment Opening and closing duties, as well as person-in-charge duties ...

The William P Faust Public Library of Westland (MI) Board of Trustees seeks a confident leader who prioritizes relationship-building and teamwork to re-connect the Library to its community creating a unified vision for the future. Serving 84,000 people with an annual $2.9 million operating budget and 42 staff, the Library provides excellent services to the citizens of Westland in a lovely 33,450 sq. ft. building located in a park-like setting. The community supports its Library—over seventy percent of voters supported a .99 mill operating levy in 2012. New opportunitiesinclude initiating a strategic planning process, potential expansion of the facility, and building relationships with city officials and community organizations. ...

Director, Galesburg Public Library (Illinois) The Galesburg Public Library Board 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. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/galesburg for details, inquiries and to apply. For full consideration, please apply by January 29.We welcome and encourage inquir ...