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Library Director – Springfield Town Library (Springfield, VT)

The Town of Springfield, VT is seeking a full-time Library Director for our Town Library. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for someone passionate about libraries and community engagement. This position includes a broad scope of responsibilities, ranging from strategic planning and financial management to overseeing facilities and fostering community relations.

The Library Director is the chief administrator of the Springfield Town Library, responsible for overseeing all library operations. This includes ensuring the library remains a key community partner through its services, programs, collections, and outreach. The Director works closely with the Town Manager, Library Board of Trustees, and other community organizations to maintain a high standard of service and relevance.

Key responsibilities include strategic planning, financial management, collection management, information technology oversight, facilities management, and grant monitoring. The Director will also support library staff, supervise volunteers, and ensure compliance with policies and ethical guidelines. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Library Science (or equivalent) and relevant public library experience. Vermont Certificate of Public Librarianship desired (can complete within 3 years of hire). The position offers a salary range of $31.74 – $34.69 per hour with excellent benefits.

To apply, please visit the Human Resources Office at 96 Main Street or contact us at (802) 885-2104 or toshr@vermontel.net. A complete job description and application form are available at https://springfieldvt.govoffice2.com/jobs. The Town of Springfield is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

– Posted 2/23/25

Director – Royalton Memorial Library (South Royalton, VT)

The Royalton Memorial Library is seeking an organized, energetic, personable candidate for our new librarian. The education requirement is that they are willing to work toward Vermont State accreditation. Further information is available on their website, royaltonlibrary.org, under the “About” tab. If interested, please send a completed application, a resume, and cover letter to librarian@royaltonlibrary.org.

For local applicants, applications and job descriptions are also available at the circulation desk, and completed applications may also be dropped off at our address 57 Safford Street, South Royalton, VT; or mailed to our postal office box #179, South Royalton, VT 05068.

This is a full time position, 40 hours a week, with a base compensation of $43,680 per annum.

– Posted 2/5/25

Library Director – Greensboro Free Library (Greensboro, VT)

The Greensboro Free Library (GFL) is seeking a part-time library director for our vibrant public library.  The director will plan, manage, and direct the day-to-day operations, programs, and services of the library under the administration of the Library Board of Trustees.  The Director will supervise two PT staff and over 20 volunteers.

We are seeking a dynamic, creative, collaborative leader who will create a welcoming environment at the library, which serves as an important center of community activity.

Candidates should have, or be working towards, an MLS or Vermont Certificate of Public Librarianship, or strong experience in the field.

The position is part-time (under 30 hours at this time), salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, and some benefits are provided. It opens in January with a start date as soon as possible.  Please email a letter of interest and resume including references with “GFL Library Director” in the subject line to Shelly Jungwirth at shellyj50@msn.com, or drop the materials off at the library.

– Updated 1/23/25

Library Director- Fairlee Public Library, Fairlee, VT

About Us:  The Fairlee Public Library is seeking a creative, collaborative and enthusiastic Library Director for this rural, small town library located in Fairlee, VT. The library needs a director that is community oriented and able to work with patrons of all ages. The successful candidate will be self-motivated as this is a mostly solo-librarian position with a 10 hour assistant. The start date for this position will be April 2025.

The Position: The Director oversees all library functions including collection development, programming, budget management, technology, technical services, supervising volunteers, reference, readers’ advisory, and the administrative duties of the library. This position is for 35 hours per week. The library is open to the public 25 hours with 10 hours as programming and administrative hours.

Hours & Salary: This is a 35 hour per week position. Evening and weekend hours are required. The salary is commensurate with experience. This is a fully benefited position including medical, dental, and vision. As a town employee this position is offered vacation, sick and personal hours each year. A matched retirement plan begins after 5 years.

Qualifications: ALA-accredited degree in Library and/or Information Science OR Vermont Library Certification is preferred. A candidate with a Bachelor’s degree and experience in the library field will be considered if willing to earn the Vermont Library Certification within two years. Knowledge of the KOHA operating system and Ingram Services for material purchasing is also desired.

To Apply: Please send an email including a cover letter, resume, and three references to Elizabeth Reynolds, Director, to fairlee.library@gmail.com  A criminal background check is required. For full job description go to http://www.fairleelibrary.com/jobs.html. EOE.

– Posted 1/17/25

Executive Director – Manchester Community Library (Manchester, VT)

Manchester Community Library (www.mclvt.org)
Manchester, Vermont
Executive Director
On or before July 1, 2025

OVERVIEW

The Manchester Community Library (MCL), the modern offspring of the town’s Mark Skinner Library, founded in 1897, seeks a creative and inspiring Executive Director to lead the organization to the next level in its never-ending quest to simultaneously be a 21st century library and a community hub for residents of Manchester, Vermont, and surrounding towns in Bennington County.

Reporting to the 13-member Board of Trustees, the new Executive Director will lead a staff of 10 augmented by a corps of volunteers that will provide patrons with a broad mix of services and programs within its 18,500 square foot building that opened in 2014. In the last fiscal year, MCL attracted over 58,000 visitors and conducted over 1,000 programs.

Key responsibilities include the administration and operations of the Library, staff and Board management, oversight of all fundraising, marketing and public relations, and advocacy for the Library and general outreach to residents, patrons and town office holders.

The operating budget for the Library is roughly $1 million, with revenue streams provided by an appropriation from the town of Manchester approved each year by its taxpayers (26.1% of revenues), endowment income (17.2%), and philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and other sources (56.7%).

The Library’s tagline – “Meet you at The Library” – speaks to the essence of small-town character. MCL’s chief ambition is to connect residents with one another by providing a welcoming and comfortable place that also provides access to tools and information and presents compelling programs for kids and adults of all ages.

MISSION: The Manchester Community Library is open to all as an inspiring gathering place for the community, providing resources for personal enrichment and growth.

VISION: The Manchester Community Library will be a hub of the community through our role as a trusted resource providing unique, essential, and innovative services; and by creating a welcoming and stimulating environment for learning and social connection. 

MANCHESTER, VERMONT

Ideally located in southwestern Vermont, Manchester is easily accessible to the rest of the Northeast but tucked into the Green Mountains in the picturesque Battenkill River Valley.

Manchester has a year-round population of slightly less than 5,000 and boasts excellent schools, an array of recreation facilities, superb restaurants, top notch cultural institutions, and four-season outdoor activities. To learn more about Manchester and the surrounding area, click HERE.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Executive Director is responsible for management oversight of the organization including design and implementation of all fundraising and development activities, supervising all staff, and working collaboratively with the Board of Trustees to ensure the financial integrity and accountability of the organization. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director must possess the following attributes and experiences:

Inspiring Community Ambassador and Leader

Someone who can:

  • devote him or herself to the patron experience;
  • model integrity, transparency and empathy;
  • lead by personal example;
  • hold him or herself personally accountable;
  • establish and maintain positive relationships with the Town of Manchester, its manager and Selectboard, and other regional community organizations and libraries.

Operational Experience and Expertise

Someone who can:

  • hire, manage, mentor and evaluate staff and is a proponent of professional development;
  • create and oversee administrative policies and procedures;
  • create, implement and manage the operating budget;
  • coordinate support and implement Board priorities;
  • oversee the maintenance and enhancement of Library facilities;
  • cultivate and integrate volunteers;
  • ensure stewardship of the endowment

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Someone who:

  • is committed to collaboration and a team culture;
  • is supportive and affirms relationships;
  • has a positive perspective;
  • is proactive, with a great deal of initiative and a can-do attitude;
  • can work productively and positively with a wide range of diverse constituents.

Fundraising Acumen

Someone who:

  • has the ability to tell constituents where the library is headed, and why;
  • possesses the ability to build strong relationships with current donors, and cultivate new ones;
  • enjoys telling stories that resonate with donors;
  • has the knowledge of the basics of fundraising, including identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding donors and prospects;
  • possesses the ability and courage to ask for money in a compelling and thoughtful manner.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

  • A BA or BS is required; a Master of Library Science degree or Library Professional Certification preferable, but not absolutely essential;
  • Five years of non-profit management/administrative experience;
  • Expertise in fundraising, marketing and technology;
  • Excellent communication skills – written, editing, speaking and social media;
  • Willingness and ability to work flexible hours;
  • Avid reader;
  • Conviction in MCL’s culture, mission, and vision.

TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence. Candidates will ultimately need to submit the following materials as separate PDF documents:

  • A cover letter expressing your interest in this particular position.
  • A current résumé.
  • A list of five professional references with name, relationship, phone number, and email address of each (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission) to:

– Posted 12/17/24

UPDATED: Library Director – Abbott Library (Sunapee, NH)

Description:
The Abbott Library located in Sunapee NH, a small New England town that enjoys proximity to Lake Sunapee and Mount Sunapee, is seeking an innovative, energetic, experienced and future-ready library professional to provide leadership to its vibrant community library. The Director will oversee a staff of thirteen employees (6 FTE equivalent). This staff includes a full-time Assistant Director, Technology, Youth and Children’s Librarian, and Public Services Librarian as well as several part-time staff. In addition, the library enjoys the support of more than 1300 hours of volunteer service each year. The Director is also responsible for administration, management, (including fiscal oversight) and advocacy for the library. The ideal candidate is a strategic problem solver who is flexible, positive, creative, patient, decisive, and technologically adroit. Additionally, the ideal candidate has demonstrated success aligning people, process and technology;
excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and customer relationship skills; and is committed to outstanding patron service. A finely tuned sense of humor is not required but highly desirable.

The library serves a community of approximately 3400 year-round residents and a large seasonal community. It operates with an annual budget of $600,000. The construction of the library building was completed in 2014, and it offers meeting rooms for library and community use, a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a beautiful view of Mount Sunapee.

The Director will work closely with the Board of Trustees, the Friends of the Library and the Abbott Library Foundation to raise funds and advocate for the library. In past years, these organizations have contributed approximately $50,000 annually in additional funding for the library.

The salary for this position is $75,600 – 109,304 with an excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance, short-term and long-term disability and participation in the New Hampshire Retirement System.

Applications received before January 24, 2025 will receive first consideration. The position will remain open until filled. A full job description is available by request.

Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school is strongly preferred. Two to five years of progressively responsible experience in professional library work, including three years of administrative and supervisory responsibility in a library setting is desired.

How to Apply:
If interested, please send a letter of application, resume, and three references by email to: directorsearch@abbottlibrary.org

– Updated 12/17/24

Library Director – Grand Isle Free Library (Grand Isle, VT)

The Grand Isle Free Library (Vermont) has an opening for Library Director.  The Director is responsible for all facets of running the library including but not limited to day-to-day operations, maintaining a welcoming environment, programming, interlibrary loans, input on the annual budget, carrying out policies and working with the Board of Trustees. Input on the planning and design of a new library building, expected to open by end of December 2026, would be welcome and beneficial.
 
The position is currently part-time – 26 hours per week, 20 of which are open Library time. Salary commensurate with experience/qualifications; benefits provided. Applicants should have a working knowledge of basic public library concepts and resources and possess a Library Science Degree/Vermont Certificate of Librarianship or be in active pursuit of either.  Those interested in the position may provide a cover letter and resume by November 21, 2024 to Karen Allen by e-mail to: k.allen@grandislevt.gov.
 
– Posted 11/7/24

Library Director – Maxfield Public Library (Loudon, NH)

The Maxfield Public Library is seeking a new Library Director who is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, professional, and possesses excellent leadership skills.

The Maxfield Public Library recently received a modern expansion and boasts a fireplace reading area, children’s craft and activities room, and large multi-purpose meeting room with a kitchenette and an array of digital media equipment.

Loudon is only 5 miles from Concord, the State Capitol. Other great attractions like the White Mountains, Boston, the seacoast, and skiing, are all within a one-hour drive. Loudon is a quaint New Hampshire town and nearly half of our residents are registered library card holders and patrons of the Library. The new Library Director will be leading our outstanding current staff including a full-time Youth Services Librarian.

Salary and Benefits: 

Full time, 40 hours per week, position with an annual salary range of $51,000 to $56,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and education.  A full benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, NH State Retirement System, and education reimbursement.

The Maxfield Library Trustees are also contributing a $1,000 signing bonus.

Requirements: 

A Bachelor’s Degree is required, with at least three years library or equivalent experience.  A Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution is preferred. Current MLS candidates are encouraged to apply.  Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides similar knowledge, ability, and skills may be considered.

Responsibilities: 

Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered fundamental to this position:

Administers and oversees all aspects of library operations, including plans and procedures; reports and presentations; personnel selection, supervision and performance evaluations; budgeting and expenditures using Quickbooks; collection development and maintenance; materials processing; oversight of building and grounds maintenance; automation and the use of appropriate technology; grant writing; programming; marketing; and vendor and community relations.

Provides positive leadership for the staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with library patrons and responds positively to community requests and input.  Positive working relationship and regular communication with the Library Trustees.

Represents the Library and is actively involved with the community and makes a strong effort to involve the Maxfield Public Library in local Loudon events, functions, local grade school, and organizations.

Ensures that the Maxfield Public Library is up to date with current trends along with new and innovative ideas to ensure the best possible experience for the community.

Apply Now 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume with examples of accomplishments, and two (2) professional references. Recent MLS graduates and candidates are encouraged to apply.  Send resumes and references to: emosermaxlib@loudonnh.org   Position is open until filled and application review begins September 9, 2024. Complete job description is available at http://maxfieldlibrary.com

All applicants are subject to background check.

Maxfield Public Library is an Equal Opportunity employer.

– Posted 8/27/24

Library Aide – The Schafer Family Library at Kimball Union Academy (Meriden, NH)

Kimball Union Academy, The Schafer Family Library located in Meriden, NH. Contact: Library Director, Asher Ellis, aellis@kua.org or library@kua.org. This part-time position is from September through May, hourly pay is $16.00 per hour.
Kimball Union Academy has a need for a library aide to work part-time hours. Hours needed include two late afternoon/early evening shifts, with some Saturday morning/early afternoons. The successful candidate must enjoy working with high school students and teachers in a boarding school setting. A current working knowledge of library systems would be a definite plus. This position reports to the Library Director.
This posting will remain open until filled.  A background check is required. This is a part-time, hourly, non-benefited position. Kimball Union is an equal opportunity employer. Please inquire for further details at library@kua.org
– Posted 8/14/24

Library Director – Sterling College’s Brown Library (Craftsbury Common, VT)

Overview 

The Library Director is the primary librarian for Sterling College’s Brown Library. The Director manages the library collections, oversees the library facility, and supervises student Library Assistants in the Work Program. The Library Director reports to the Dean of Academics.

This position is a part-time role (0.5 FTE), with specific working hours flexible and negotiable but required to meet the needs of the college. Start date is as soon as possible.

Position Responsibilities 

  • Collection Development: Evaluate, purchase, and catalog print and digital resources, accepting recommendations and requests from faculty and students.
  • Systems Management: Manage Koha, an integrated library system, and EZproxy, a web proxy server. Work with CLOVER, the statewide interlibrary loan system. Contribute to updates of the library’s website.
  • Budget: Prepare and manage an annual library budget.
  • Reports & Evaluation: Submit an annual report for the library. Analyze statistics and database usage reports.
  • Services: Assist and instruct library patrons in accessing and using print and electronic resources, and library equipment. Support circulation services and provide interlibrary loan for additional books and articles.
  • Library & Research Instruction: Conduct library orientations for new students and faculty and support use of library resources by classes upon request. Work individually with students and faculty on research needs.
  • DEI Culture: Support the advancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts at the library, making positive contributions to a culture of inclusion and respect.
  • Work Program: Participate in the Work College program as a supervisor of 2 to 3 Library Assistant students.
  • Committees & Councils: Participate in Faculty Council as an ex officio member, and other faculty teams, committees, and task forces as necessary.
  • Professional Development: Maintain relevant and current knowledge of library best practices through professional development and attendance at conferences and workshops. Participate in organizations such as the Vermont Consortium of Academic Libraries (VCAL) and the Vermont Library Association (VLA). Attend required college-wide professional development.

Required Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in either Library Science/Information Science, or in a subject relating to Sterling College’s curriculum,
  • Previous experience in librarianship and commitment to pursuing professional development in library studies and information science.
  • Commitment to the Sterling mission of ecological thinking and action
  • Demonstrated commitment to pedagogy that integrates multicultural perspectives in the curriculum and promotes inclusion in the classroom
  • Strong IT skills and experience with the use of digital resources to support student learning
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational skills, including financial and statistical record-keeping techniques

Preferred Qualifications 

  • MLS in Library Science or related field
  • Experience with Koha, Interlibrary Loan, and other integrated library systems
  • Experience with adoption of new technologies to support greater access to library resources and other learning assets.

What We Offer: 

This is a half-time, exempt, at-will position, with a projected annual salary of $24,000 – $26,000, based on experience. Benefits include:

  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation days (0-3 years of service -14 days, 3+ year of service – 21 days)
  • Paid holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Paid bereavement
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic term life Insurance
  • Long-term disability Insurance
  • Travel accident insurance
  • Retirement contribution
  • Eligibility for tuition-free course enrollment based upon length of employment and space availability.

Application Process

The position will remain open until an appointment has been made, but application review will begin immediately. Candidates should send the following materials electronically: cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references familiar with your work and capabilities associated with this position. References will not be contacted without candidate permission. The finalist must be willing to submit a driving record and criminal pre-employment screening.

Application materials should be addressed to the Hiring Committee and emailed as a single PDF file to: employment@sterlingcollege.edu

Sterling College is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin or sex in violation of Title VII. Sterling College prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. 

– Posted 8/14/24