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Jobs Available at Member Libraries & Affiliates
Library Director
Weedsport Free Library in Weedsport, New York
Posted April 23, 2025 FL
Weedsport Free Library is searching for an enthusiastic person to lead the library as the social, educational, and cultural hub of our community.
Working 30 hours per week (occasional night and Saturday), the director will manage the library staff, volunteers, facility, and collection with the goal of providing excellent library service to the community.
The Library Director is responsible for the administration of all library functions within the goals, guidelines, and policies established by the Library Board of Trustees. The Director serves as the official representative of the library, taking a leadership role within the library, the community, and the library profession.
Learn more about the Director position and application process here: 2025 Weedsport Free Library Director Search
Library Director
Tompkins County Public Library in Ithaca, New York
Posted April 23, 2025 FL
The Board of Trustees for Tompkins County Public Library, in cooperation with Tompkins County Civil Service, has launched a search for a new Director for the historic library in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes.
The new Director will be tasked with shaping programs, service, and strategic direction for a library that was founded in 1864 by Ezra Cornell, with the goal of making knowledge freely available to everyone. At a time when libraries are under threat nationwide, the new Director will be critical to upholding the mission, cultural heritage and public trust for this vital institution.
Minimum qualifications:
- Graduation from an ALA accredited school or program with a graduate degree in library or information studies
- Possession of, or eligibility for, a New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate
- Eight years of satisfactory professional library experience in a library of recognized standing, two years of which must have been in an administrative capacity
The ideal candidate will also be a community builder, a strong communicator, and an innovative and visionary leader dedicated to upholding the principles of librarianship.
To be considered, candidates must apply through the Tompkins County Human Resources website by May 14, 2025 and complete a Civil Service examination.
The Board of Trustees is in the process of creating a selection committee which will be comprised of Trustees, Library Staff and other Library Stakeholders. The goal is to have a new director in place by October 1, 2025.
Tompkins County Public Library is committed to equity and inclusion. Those with similar values are encouraged to apply.
Learn more about the Library and the Director position here: 2025 TCPL Director Search Brochure.pdf
Library Director
The Southworth Library Association in Dryden, New York
Re-posted March 17, 2025. FL
The Southworth Library Association, located in Dryden, NY, is seeking an experienced, energetic, community-minded leader with a strong commitment to public library service for the position of Library Director. The Southworth Library provides materials, services and programming to meet the diverse educational, recreational and cultural needs of the Dryden area. We support access to information, inspire the love of reading and promote literacy and lifelong learning, and are a comfortable, friendly gathering place. We are proud to be a cornerstone in our community for social connections, information resources, and programs and events for all ages. All candidates must be willing to sustain and grow our mission.
The Library Director will feel comfortable serving as the face of the library on site and in the community. Director’s responsibilities include overseeing all library functions including: supervision of staff and volunteers, working directly with the Board of Trustees, interacting regularly with the public and the community, developing and maintaining community partnerships, collection development, youth and adult programming, grant writing, fiscal management and oversight of the budget, maintaining the library website, and managing the library facility.
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in related field; MLS is recommended plus two years of successful public library leadership experience. Applicant should have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to establish effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, the Board, local schools and the general public, conduct public outreach and serve as spokesperson for the library.
Compensation: $52,000 – $58,000 based on education and experience. The Library Director serves a flexible 40 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends and reports to the Board of Trustees. It is expected that the Library Director will work the majority of hours on site. Employment package includes vacation, sick leave and paid holidays. There is no health insurance.
Qualified, interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume/CV and three references to director@southworthlibrary.org.
This is an immediate opening. Applications will be reviewed when received until the position is filled.
The Southworth Library is equal opportunity lender, provider, and employer.
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