The Town of Johnson is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Library Director. The Library Director is responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day administration of the library in accordance with the policies adopted by the Library’s Board of Trustees. The Director works with the Trustees on strategic planning and is a spokesperson for the Library. The Director collaborates with the Trustees to develop the library’s annual budget and has responsibility for keeping the operations of the library within the parameters of the approved budget. The Director has overall responsibility for collection development and oversight of all library services and supervises all other library staff. This is a service position to our community. Library staff should approach each patron with respect, hospitality, and a desire to make their experience comfortable, meeting their needs within reasonable expectations and library policies.
Requirements:
- Enthusiasm for the role of public libraries as community hubs, centers of learning, and
- transformative institutions.
- Masters of Library Science plus two years of experience working in libraries OR a
- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of three years of experience working in libraries,
- preferably as a librarian or library director in a public or community library.
- Vermont Certificate of Librarianship preferred, or willing to obtain and show progress toward certification within the first year of employment.
- Experience working with the public.
- Knowledge of integrated library systems.
- Experience with budgets and supervision of employees is preferred.
- Strong oral and written communication and computer skills.
- Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
- Must pass a background check.
This hourly position will range from 26-29 hours per week and the wage range is $25 – $28 per hour depending on qualifications and experience, plus a generous benefits package. The Town of Johnson is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
For more information, contact Library Chair Kelly Vandorn at johnsonlibrarytrustees@gmail.
To apply, please submit a resume and references to: johnsonlibrarytrustees@gmail.
Or send to:
Johnson Public Library
Attn: Kelly Vandorn, Library Chair
PO Box 601
Johnson VT 05656
Open until filled. Applicant review begins September 30, 2025.
– Posted 9/5/25