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Programming Librarian

Cedar Rapids Public Library

Ladd Library

Want to inspire people and make a difference in the community?Have a desire to engage patrons in literacy and lifelong learning?Apply for our Programming Librarian position at the Ladd Library. This full-time, benefitted position will focus on engaging, interactive programming for all ages with a focus on technology, job skills, and intergenerational experiences. Areas of focus for the first year include: Create and implement Saturday Programming – to build usage on newly opened Saturday hours, develop and present programming every Saturday. These programs will vary in target audience – many/most being intended for intergenerational audiences, but selected programs also intended to attract specific audiences. Library-led Adult Programming – create an ongoing series o ...

Public Services Librarian - FT

Winterset Public Library

Winterset, Iowa

Winterset Public Library is seeking an energetic, creative, & customer service-oriented individual to join our team. We are looking for someone savvy with social media, experienced with technology, and excited about providing programs & events for our community. At Winterset Public Library, you will be on a team that works together to tackle every part of the library operation – from programming to displays to collection development to community outreach to checking materials in & out. The position is full-time with excellent benefits. Customer service experience is required; bachelor’s degree with library experience is preferred. ...
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  • Winterset, IA

Library Specialist

Northeast Iowa Community College

Peosta

Library Specialist Full-time position at the Peosta Campus. Maintain and provide oversight for library online databases & resources for the College. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with library experience preferred. Experience with Web Application Programing Languages Such as PHP, ASP, .NET, C#, C, C++, Java, Objective C, Python, Ruby, or Cold Fusion, HTML, CSS, & JavaScript. ...

Library Director

Orange City Public Library

Orange City

The Orange City Public Library is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Library Director to provide leadership and direction in a vibrant town. With over 100,000 patron visits last year, the OCPL offers comprehensive service to all those who live, work, and study in Orange City by offering patrons access to a wide range of resources and programs. The Library Director must have a passion for creating an environment of teamwork that provides excellent customer service. They must possess effective management skills and experience, and be knowledgeable about the administrative, service, and programming operations of public libraries in a rural setting. Governed by a seven-member Board, the Library serves the 6,000 Orange City residents with a dedicated staff of 16 (6 FTEs) and a $500,000 annual ...
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  • Orange City, IA

Library Technician

Hawkeye Community College

Waterloo

REPORTS TO: Director, Library JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing first level technical support for online resources and library technology; completes tasks associated with the acquisition, processing and access of library collections; provides excellent customer service and basic reference assistance. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Implements and manages electronic resources in the library’s various platforms. Assists librarians with the configuration and administration of library systems. Completes all tasks associated with ordering and maintaining library collections. Provides customer and reference services at the library’s circulation desk. Serves on College co ...
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  • Waterloo, IA

Director

Ames Public Library

Ames Public Library

Join Ames Public Library’s team of passionate staff, engaged volunteers, and diverse partners in the heart of our vibrant community. Ames Public Library's mission is to connect people to the world of ideas--in our recently-expanded building, on our Bookmobile, through outreach, and of course digitally. We are looking for a director that understands the changing role of a modern public library, inspires creativity and innovation, supports the welcoming and inclusive environment that our community expects and celebrates, and nurtures connections with community partners and leaders. Under the administrative direction of the Ames Public Library Board of Trustees and in cooperation with city officials, the Library Director plans, directs, and coordinates all Library fiscal, operational ...

Adult Services Librarian

Ames Public Library

Ames Public Library

General Information Under the direction of the Adult Services Manager, serves in a leadership capacity to develop, implement, and evaluate library collections, services programs, and outreach activities. A Librarian performs professional library tasks that include reference, readers advisory, programming and assisting customers in the use of technology. This position also contributes to the efficient and responsive daily operations of the Adult Services Division. Examples of Essential Job Functions Provides direct public service in the Adult Services area. Researches and analyzes current trends, emerging technologies and issues in librarianship and allied fields. Serves in a leadership role in maintaining a welcoming and safe library environment. Advocates for customers, defining their ...

Public Service Manager

Cedar Rapids Public Library

Downtown

You build and support the connective tissue of the library’s culture, providing the library’s public service department the tools they need to manage daily operations and staff at the library’s branches. Who you are: You are a passionate advocate for our community. You live and breathe your integrity. You are a champion for the library and believe in its role in shaping the community. You are a big picture thinker who knows why the details matter. You are a positive motivator. You inspire dedication in those around you. You empower leaders. You’ve got great instincts. You have a strong understanding of the human condition. You are an effective communicator, able to lead meetings and relay pertinent information. You are a team player who thinks quick ...

Library Director

Ames Public Library

The Ames Public Library Board of Trustees is excited to announce it is accepting applications for the position of Library Director. Applications will be accepted continuously; however, the deadline for the first review of applications is 5:00 p.m. October 1st. Applications received after that deadline may be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled.Under the administrative direction of the Ames Public Library Board of Trustees and in cooperation with city officials, the Library Director plans, directs, and coordinates all Library fiscal, operational and personnel activities to achieve the Library mission, goals and objectives within the context of community need and priorities; performs related work as required.For more information about this opportunity, please visit www ...

Assistant Director

Hudson Public Library

City

The Hudson Public Library is seeking a full time Assistant Library Director. The candidate must be passionate about libraries and the future of the information industry, including knowledge of and experience with computer technologies. Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication and public relation skills, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office software, are essential. Hudson (pop. 2,443) is located within the Waterloo/Cedar Fall metropolitan area and borders both cities. The Hudson Public Library serves as an information, resource, and leisure center for the Community of Hudson. The library strives to provide materials, services, and programs that will promote an educated citizenry and enrich personal lives. The Assistant Library Director position includes overseeing libr ...

Library Reference Assistant (Part-time)

Hawkeye Community College

Main Campus

REPORTS TO: Director JOB SUMMARY: This position provides paraprofessional reference service to students, faculty and staff and coordinates fulfillment of incoming and outgoing interlibrary loan requests. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Responds to student, faculty and staff inquiries regarding use of library resources. Completes all tasks associated with interlibrary loan. Develops working knowledge of integrated library systems. Participates in operation of the circulation desk and maintenance of library reading room. Shelves materials and maintains order of reading room and stacks. Assists in the creation and maintenance of online research guides. Provides instruction or library tours to class ...
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  • Waterloo, IA

Library Director

Iowa City Public Library

Iowa City, IA

If the “Center of Community Life” speaks to you, the Board of Trustees of the Iowa City Public Library encourages you to apply to become the City’s next Library Director. Governed by a nine-member Board, the Iowa City Public Library is a vital, vibrant downtown destination on its Pedestrian Mall. Circulating 1.3 million items a year, the Library annually hosts 797,000 visitors in the building and many more virtually. With an innovative, creative staff (63FTE), a $6.8 million annual operating budget, and a Friends Foundation which generates significant financial support, the Library provides stellar services to 99,277 area residents through its single location. The Library has seen decades of steadily increasing support from both public and private sources. Contributing to ...

Cataloger/Librarian

Kendall Young Library

POSITION SUMMARY: 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 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. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Cataloging ...

Materials Librarian

Cedar Rapids Public Library

Downtown

You are passionate about our products, from downloadable media to hard covers. You are not ashamed of your love for pop culture; from the newest Beyoncé release to James Patterson prepubs, you know what’s hot and whose holds lists fill up quick. You are the champion for intellectual freedom and our collection philosophy, ensuring that staff and customers understand what public libraries are all about – free access to all. You understand the importance of a popular-browsing collection that reflects our community and helps our customers transform their quality of life through education, civic engagement, the arts, and entertainment. This position will specialize in materials selection and maintenance for the adult print, audio, and digital collections. Major Duties and Re ...

Library Director

Des Moines Public Library

Des Moines, Iowa

Plan for tomorrow as the next Library Director of the Des Moines Public Library! The Board of Trustees of the Des Moines (IA) Public Library seeks a forward-thinking and creative Director to develop and implement collaborative, community library services. The library serves 215,000+ residents from a central library (an architectural icon) and five branches anchoring neighborhoods by providing convenient access to library programs. Key opportunities include developing a new strategic vision, restoring hours of operation, and working closely with the City of Des Moines and with the Library Foundation to seek new streams of revenue. With a dedicated staff (93.7FTE), a committed Library Board, a $8.5 million annual budget, and a successful Library Foundation—the library can continue to b ...

Library Director

Washington Free Public Library

Single Site

The vibrant city of Washington, IA and our dedicated Board of Trustees are seeking an innovative leader for the award-winning, community-transforming Washington Free Public Library. About the Library: The library was founded in 1877. Our service population is approximately 13,500 people. The collection consists of over 45,000 physical items and a strong digital collection. The Library Director manages an enthusiastic staff of 4 full-time and 1 part-time Librarians, 1 part-time Custodian, and 5-6 part-time Pages (for a total of 6.5 FTE). The FY18 budget is over $405,500 and proposed FY19 budget is almost $411,000. The library is a well-supported and much loved institution in Washington. We occupy a beautiful 30,000 square foot LEED-certified facility, opened in 2009 in historic downtown ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Library Director

Marion Public Library

Marion, IA

Inspire and build for the future as Marion Public Library’s next Library Director. The Board of Trustees of the Marion Public Library wants a leader to contribute to building and sustaining Marion as a creative city that attracts and nurtures talented people, mobilizes ideas, stimulates innovation, and encourages diversity. Working with the City of Marion, the Library is a center of cultural vitality enhancing the quality of life through library services for all Marion residents. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a new Strategic Plan and continue to move forward with the Library’s innovative mixed-use building project—Inspire-Building Marion’s Future—initiated during the 2008 City’s Imagine8 visioning project. The proposed new ...

Collection Development Manager

Cedar Rapids Public Library

Downtown Library

You are passionate about our products, from downloadable media to good ole hard covers. You are not ashamed of your love for pop culture; from the newest Beyoncé release to James Patterson prepubs, you know what’s hot and whose holds lists fill up quick. As an innovative leader, you channel that passion to the collection development team, creating a fun, inspiring environment for your staff. You are the champion for intellectual freedom and our collection philosophy, ensuring that staff and customers understand what public libraries are all about – free access to all. You understand the importance of a popular-browsing collection that reflects our community and helps our customers transform their quality of life through education, civic engagement, the arts, and entertai ...

Library Director

Mapleton Public Library

Mapleton, IA

Fisher-Whiting Memorial Library Position Title: Library Director Job Summary: As the chief executive officer of the library, the Director plans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and reviews the library’s resources, personnel, facilities, services and programs to respond to the needs of the community. The Director operates under the executive direction of the Library Board of Trustees. Work includes developing and monitoring budget resources, planning and implementing overall library goals and objectives, oversight of staff and services. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education & Experience: High school diploma and current public library certification (or completion of public library management 1 and 2 courses within one year). Library Director is required to obtain and maintain publ ...

State Librarian

Iowa Library Services/State Library of Iowa

Des Moines

Are you ready to be a state-wide library leader for America’s Heartland? The Iowa Commission on Libraries and the State Library of Iowa seek an energetic, engaged and enthusiastic professional to lead the Iowa library community as the next State Librarian. This new leader will understand the realities of contemporary libraries—school, academic, special and public—and steadily move toward a future with new programs and services, new staffing models, and new technologies—while evaluating and supporting current relevant programs and services. The successful candidate will be a change agent shaping and communicating a compelling vision for Iowa’s libraries. The State Librarian will work closely and effectively with the Iowa Department of Education as well as with ...

Teen Librarian

Kendall Young Library, Webster City, IA

Kendall Young Library is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, tech-savvy, service-oriented Teen Librarian to join our staff. The Teen Librarian plans and coordinates teen programming (grades 6-12) and is responsible for teen 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 w ...

Library Director

Norelius Community Library

Denison, IA

The Board of Trustees of the Norelius Community Library (Denison, Iowa) seeks a qualified and professional leader to become the next Library Director. The new Director will lead a team of 10 staff members who strive to provide friendly and creative library service to an estimated service population of more than 24,000 people area-wide. ...

Library Director

Des Moines Public Library (IA)

Des Moines, Iowa

Responsibilities. The Director of the Des Moines Public Library reports to a five-member Library Board of Trustees—appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council—and partners with city officials to achieve the Library’s mission, goals and objectives within the context of community needs and priorities. Overall responsibilities include: fostering effective internal and external communications with Community, City officials, the Library Board, the Library Foundation, and Library staff; proposing recommendations and implementing Board policies and operating procedures reflecting the reality of the current economic environment; developing the Library staff as a strong team through leadership, mentoring and providing staff development opportunities; providing sound fiscal manageme ...

Shared Youth Services Librarian

Cedar Falls Public Library

Cedar Falls and Waterloo, IA

Shared Youth Services Librarian The Cedar Falls and Waterloo Public Libraries are seeking a full-time Shared Youth Services Librarian. Position is salaried, and supervises the Youth Departments at both the Cedar Falls and Waterloo Public Libraries. Some evening and weekend work required. Salary range $47,301-70,252. Qualifications include: understanding of child/adolescent development, strong knowledge of children’s literature and print/electronic reference sources appropriate for children, familiarity with children’s electronic media and general technology, strong written and oral communication skills, ability to plan and develop children’s programming relevant to two diverse communities; the ability to lead two departments with humor, integrity, fairness, and support a team ...

Reference Librarian

Drake University

Law Library

Drake University Law Library is seeking a Reference Librarian with a strong service orientation to help provide patron services to members of the Law School, Drake University, the local bench and bar, and the public. Located in Iowa's capital city, the library enjoys a relationship with other local special libraries, including the State Law Library, and other local academic libraries, including the main library of Drake University. This is a full-time tenure-track position with faculty rank. The Reference Librarian reports to the Associate Dean for Information Resources and Technology. Responsibilities: The Reference Librarian provides reference services (including one evening per week during the regular academic year), coordinates reference operations, provides bibliographic instruct ...
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  • Des Moines, IA