Director – Dubuque County Library District (IA)TheDubuque County Library District(IA) Board of Trustees is seeking an empowering and innovative leader to serve as the next Director. This individual will inspire staff and engage the community in the library’s mission to learn, connect, create, and grow. The Director will manage 10.81 FTE across five locations, oversee a $1 million budget, implement the strategic plan, and handle the day-to-day operations of the library system. Following a recent rebranding, the library has experienced renewed interest in its services, diverse programming for all ages, and increased community engagement. The new Director will collaborate with the board, staff, and city officials to further extend the district's reach and impact.Responsibilities:The Direc ...

AdministrationHire and supervise staffBoard of TrusteesPrepare agenda and supporting materials for monthly board meetingsAttend monthly board meetingsAct as a professional and technical advisor to the library board of trustees on policy, finances, planning, library performance and laws affecting librariesImplement and interpret board policy to staff and the publicAdminister the library budgetManage revenue and seek donations and grantsPrepare and maintain required reports and statisticsManage and maintain the physical facility, computer technology, and digital systemsThe CollectionDevelop the collection through acquisition and prepare it for use by patronsMaintain the collection through organization processes and regular review proceduresOversee circulation of materials Patron ServicesAssi ...

Library Director – Johnston Public Library (IA)TheJohnston Public Library (IA)Board of Trustees seeks an effective communicator who will serve as a tireless advocate in promoting discovery, inspiring creativity, and engaging the community as its next Library Director. Working from a single location with 18.09 FTE and a $1.7 million budget, the new director reports to a five-member Board of Trustees who are appointed by the mayor and serve six-year terms. Library highlights include a supportive community, exceptional youth and teen program offerings, and a friendly and engaged staff. The new director will focus their attention on developing the next strategic plan, building a complete understanding of the organizational culture and service district needs, and ensuring that the library is ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

Library Reference AssistantReports To: Director of Library ServicesJob SummaryAre you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? Is it your time to help 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.This position delivers essential academic support to students during the evening and weekend hours by providing library and reference services, as well as completing all tasks associated with library circulation and interlibrary loan. Other duties include, providing library tours to evening courses, creating and updating library research guides; troubleshooting access to the library’s online ...

Reports To: Director of Library ServicesJob SummaryAre you passionate about making an impact and empowering others with life changing opportunities? Is it your time to help be the difference? If so, Hawkeye Community College has a great opportunity for you!The Hawkeye Community College Library is looking for a fulltime Administrative Assistant to join their team.This position provides support to the Library department and manages all processes associated with the circulation of library resources and reading room services while also providing excellent customer service to students, staff, faculty, and the general public. Additionally, the Administrative Assistant maintains customer confidence and protects operational integrity by keeping information confidential and providing support for a ...

Director, Waterloo Public Library (Iowa)The Waterloo Public Library seeks an inclusive and forward-thinking leader to serve as Director. Waterloo, home to about 68,000 residents, is a diverse and friendly city located in Northeast Iowa. The library is housed in a beautiful, historic building in the downtown district of Waterloo, near shops, restaurants, and several cultural attractions.Salary is $87,000 to $115,000/year, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.Please visit johnkeister.com/waterloo/ for details and to apply. We welcome inquiries.John Keister & AssociatesExecutive Search for Librariesjohnkeister.comwaterloo@johnkeister.com847-955-0541 ...

Serve the Peosta Community as the Dubuque County Library-Peosta Branch Librarian. ...

Due to a retirement, the Clear Lake Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking an enthusiastic Library Director with excellent interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving skills, and a desire to serve and promote the library and foster positive community and staff relations.Job Description: The Library Director is responsible for all library operations including creating, establishing, and implementing plans, programs, and policies adopted by the Board of Trustees. The Director is also responsible for financial management, program and collection development, staff hiring and supervision, facility maintenance and community outreach. ...

This position provides traditional and online reference services to all library patrons and is responsible for the design, assessment and delivery of information literacy instruction and the coordination and management of the Library’s electronic resources. In addition, this position participates in collection development duties, daily operations of the library and acts as Director of Library Services in their absence.Essential Job Functions: Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:● Provide traditional and electronic reference services and manage other public service library functions● Develop, assess and teach information literacy instruction utilizing a variety of delivery modes for face-to-face and online instruction● Create onli ...

Summary DescriptionUnder the general direction of the Library Board of Trustees, provides leadership, management, and oversight to all Library functions, including, but not limited to, the collection of materials, the facility, equipment, and services. Advises the Board on policies relating to the operation of the library. Functions as the Board's agent in carrying out contractual and government matters. Collaborates with other libraries and library organizations and education providers to ensure that residents are provided with opportunities for learning and personal enrichment.Routine Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesImplements and manages quality services, collections, resources, and programs for individuals of various ages and backgrounds. Develops annual budget, approves expenditures, monit ...

This position is responsible for providing excellent customer service, maintains customer confidence and protects operational integrity by keeping information confidential, and provides support for a variety of special projects, committees, functions, and activities. ...

Under direct supervision of the Director, the Cataloger/Reference Librarian fulfills the dual role of cataloging library materials and providing direct library services to people of all ages. Cataloging duties include original and complex copy cataloging of print and non-print materials and maintaining the accuracy of the database. Reference duties included assisting adults and teens in selecting library materials, using library resources, providing reading suggestions and research assistance. In addition, reference staff assists patrons with computers, printing, and copying. The Cataloger/Reference Librarian will also help provide technical assistance and support contact for cataloging, circulation and other library based software, and other duties as assigned ...