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Florida National Univer

Campus Dean

Hialeah, FL · On-site

This office receives staff functional support from the Vice-Presidents, the Director of Financial Aid, the University Registrar, the Admissions Director, the Director of Student Services, the Library ...

Florida National University

Campus Dean

Hialeah, FL

This office receives staff functional support from the Vice-Presidents, the Director of Financial Aid, the University Registrar, the Admissions Director, the Director of Student Services, the Library ...

Pasco County

Library Associate

New Port Richey, FL

$19.68 - $27.55/hr

Consults and works with branch manager on hiring, training, directing, and evaluating work of branch staff. Provides or supports library programming and outreach for children, teens, and adults.

City of Leesburg, FL

Library Volunteer

Leesburg, FL · On-site

Tutors provide direct, one-on-one assistance to adults aged 18 and up, either in person at the library or virtually. Responsibilities include helping with reading, writing, and math skills, providing ...

City of Leesburg

Library Volunteer

Leesburg, FL · On-site

Tutors provide direct, one-on-one assistance to adults aged 18 and up, either in person at the library or virtually. Responsibilities include helping with reading, writing, and math skills, providing ...

Valencia College

Library Assistant

Orlando, FL · On-site

$16.72/hr

Processes new library acquisitions and performs tasks using an automated circulation system ... directed by supervisor. 10. Accesses, inputs, and retrieves data from a computer. 11. Keeps ...

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As of Jul 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for library director in Florida is $74,165.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,400.00 and $94,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Library Directors when balancing traditional library services with digital transformation initiatives?

Library Directors often encounter the challenge of integrating new technologies and digital resources while maintaining high-quality traditional services like physical collections and community programs. This balancing act can involve budget constraints, staff training needs, and addressing varying patron preferences for print versus digital materials. Directors must also ensure equitable access to digital resources and manage change within their teams, fostering a culture that embraces innovation while honoring the library’s core mission. Open communication and ongoing professional development are key strategies for success in this evolving landscape.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Library Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Library Director, you need expertise in library science, management, budgeting, and strategic planning, typically supported by a Master's in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) and relevant administrative experience. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), digital cataloging tools, and data management platforms is often required. Strong leadership, communication, and community engagement skills help foster a collaborative environment and drive library initiatives. These competencies are crucial for effectively managing library operations, adapting to technological changes, and meeting the evolving needs of patrons and staff.

What are Library Directors?

Library Directors are senior administrators responsible for overseeing the operations, staff, and strategic direction of a library or library system. They manage budgets, develop policies, coordinate services, and often represent the library within the community or to governing bodies. Library Directors ensure that the library meets the needs of its users, stays current with technological advancements, and complies with relevant laws and regulations. Their leadership is crucial for the ongoing success and development of the library.

What Does a Library Director Do?

A library director oversees the daily operations of a community or public library. The duties of a library director vary, depending on the size of the library. Typical responsibilities include managing librarians and other staff members, organizing shelves, assisting patrons, and supervising library events. As a library director, you may also work closely with the library’s board of directors or other public officials to ensure the library stays on budget while meeting the needs of the community.

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Faculty Services and Scholarly Communications Librarian

Faculty Services and Scholarly Communications Librarian

St. Thomas University

Miami Gardens, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Summary
Under the direction of the Law Library Director and Associate Director, this staff member will serve as Faculty Services Librarian. The Faculty Services Librarian is the primary point of contact in the Law Library for faculty scholarly and teaching needs including research support, publications assistance, training of research assistants, and providing classroom lectures as requested by the College of Law faculty.
Essential Functions
Faculty and Student Services Duties
  • Develop and implement training programs for research assistants in the effective use of library databases and other resources.
  • Develop coordinated research assistant program to provide faculty with "on-demand" research assistance.
  • Prepare instructional material and training sessions and participate in legal research instructional programs as requested or needed by law school faculty or student organizations.
  • Assist with collection development with emphasis on non-print material.
  • Keep statistics on faculty requests, reference, special projects, and other assignments.
  • Provide direct support to the Law School faculty for research, materials, and training requests including Canvas, Westlaw/TWEN, LexisNexis, Bloomberg Law, and other law school technologies and resources.
  • Assist faculty with their research needs and scholarship using SSRN, and Scholastica. Keep apprised of new and upcoming faculty publications.
  • Collect all Law School course syllabi each semester and coordinate with the Law School webmaster to make syllabi available to the STU Law School community. Collect past exams from willing faculty and likewise make available to the law school community.
  • Participates in general Reference & Research services as part of regular workflow, including regular shifts at the reference desk.

Scholarly Communications Duties
  • Promote and manage the development and growth of a formalized scholarly communications program including the use of Digital Commons.
  • Promote STU Law faculty publications and facilitate delivery to a larger audience using tools such as Digital Commons or similar.
  • Build and maintain collaborative partnerships related to digital initiatives with faculty, researchers and other campus units.
  • Monitor advancements in scholarly communication, OA, IRs, and related areas and communicate implications to Law School and campus stakeholders.
  • Provide guidance and training on scholarly communication/digital scholarship for the Library, Law School faculty, and students.

Interlibrary Loan (ILL Duties)
  • Work closely with the Access Services Librarian to ensure proper and timely delivery of Interlibrary Loan materials requested by faculty.

Other duties
  • Represent the Law Library in local, regional, and national meetings as requested.
  • Serve on University and/or Law School Committees and participate in University and Law School events as requested.
  • Keep informed of new trends in access services and the law profession.
  • Recommend materials and services to Library Administration based upon current trends in use amongst faculty and students.

Competencies
  • Strong and effective communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Strong supervisory skills with the ability to manage and develop staff.
  • Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively with students and faculty from a wide diversity of background and educational experiences.
  • Organizational, planning, and administrative skills including the ability to work effectively on broad as well as detailed projects.
  • Ability to work in a network environment including working with an integrated library system.
  • Knowledge and ability to work with legal databases and common law school and educational technologies, and the ability to design library instructional tools.
  • Strong technical skills, interest in technology, and the ability to troubleshoot simple technology problems, failures, or deficiencies- expertise with law school technologies such as TWEN, Lexis Classroom, Canvas, is essential.
  • Ability to understand library system technology that can be used to improve services, instruction efforts and workflows.
  • Strong service orientation and effective problem-solving skills.
  • Be flexible with work assignments and work hours.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position has direct supervision of Law Library research assistants. This position indirectly supervises any non-professional staff, including work-study students, engaged by Law Library public services department.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; push library carts full of books; climb on stands to shelf books. The employee must occasionally lift or move library materials and supplies, up to 30 pounds.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This position occasionally requires schedule changes with weekend/evening hours.
Travel
Travel is primarily for Professional Development. The employee will be asked to represent the Law Library in local, regional, and national meetings as requested by the Library Director.
Education and Experience
M.L.S. from an A.L.A. accredited library school program is required.
J.D. from an accredited ABA institution is required.
Previous academic law library experience is strongly preferred. Three or more years of experience in law libraries is preferred. Previous library administration experience preferred.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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