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Library Director - Garfield Public Library

Job in Mission, Johnson County, Kansas, 66201, USA
Listing for: LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-03
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Education Administration
  • Education / Teaching
    Education Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 103000 USD Yearly USD 103000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Library Director - Garfield Public Library

The Garfield Public Library, a member of the BCCLS consortium, seeks a dynamic library professional to lead the library into a new era of service.

Working with the Board of Trustees, the Director is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Library, including: oversight of an annual $1.1M budget; managing a staff of 10; working with an active Friends group and Foundation; supervising the library’s collection, services, and programs; and cooperating with local officials.

The ideal candidate is an imaginative leader, enthusiastic about meeting the challenges of current public services, improving our collection and access to it, increasing our programming, and expanding patron involvement.

Qualifications:

• ALA accredited master’s degree in Library/Information Science as well as NJ State Public Librarian Certification (or eligibility);

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the public library sector, with proven upper management administration and/or supervisory experience;

• Clear knowledge of best practices in technology, personnel management, library-specific policies and procedures, budgeting, and purchasing;

• Ability to exercise judgement and resolve conflict situations in a calm and constructive manner;

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, and a familiarity with public relations best practices;

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with Board members, municipal and school officials, local organizations and the public.

Salary and Benefits:
$103,000, plus a generous benefits package.

If interested, please respond with a resume, letter of interest, and contact information for three references to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). by March 14.

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