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NEW YORK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION

NY · On-site

$55.25 - $74.75/hr

Aug 21, 2026 Public July 27, 2026 Library Director 1 The Rosendale Public Library in Ulster County ... Participation in the New York State Retirement System; * Starting Salary: $65,000 annually #J-18808 ...

State of Louisiana

Library Consultant

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$4.3K - $8.6K/mo

The State Data Coordinator, as part of the consulting team in the Library Development Department, serves as a consultant to public libraries state-wide, providing advice and assistance on all aspects ...

State of Louisiana

Library Consultant

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$4.3K - $8.6K/mo

The State Data Coordinator, as part of the consulting team in the Library Development Department, serves as a consultant to public libraries state-wide, providing advice and assistance on all aspects ...

County of Adams

Library Director

Friendship, WI · On-site

$44.36/hr

Maintains state certification and professional qualifications through seminars, workshops, additional college credits, and participation in professional organizations such as the American Library ...

Adams County, WI

Library Director

Friendship, WI · On-site

$44.36/hr

Maintains state certification and professional qualifications through seminars, workshops, additional college credits, and participation in professional organizations such as the American Library ...

Wake County Government

Library Assistant

Apex, NC · On-site

Serve Your Community as a Library Assistant at Eva Perry Regional Library in Apex! Be the heart of ... State Bureau of Investigation for a secondary criminal history record check.

Ignacio Community Library

Library Director

Ignacio, CO

$60K - $75K/yr

... Library Board, State of Colorado, and Auditor.3. Administers and maintains complete records of finance in accordance with the adoptedannual budget.4. Pursues, applies, accepts, and maintains ...

Library of Congress

Library Technician

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$63K - $83K/yr

... state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g ...

NCW Libraries

Library Assistant

Coulee City, WA · On-site

$17.99/hr

WA State paid sick leave accruals only Position Summary: Performs intermediate skilled human support providing assistance with daily duties at a branch library in a substitute capacity. Duties ...

NCW Libraries

Library Assistant

Curlew, WA · On-site

$17.99/hr

WA State paid sick leave accruals only Position Summary: Performs intermediate skilled human support providing assistance with daily duties at a branch library in a substitute capacity. Duties ...

NCW Libraries

Library Assistant

Coulee City, WA · On-site

$17.99/hr

WA State paid sick leave accruals only Position Summary Performs intermediate skilled human support providing assistance with daily duties at a branch library in a substitute capacity. Duties include ...

Zimmerman Associates, Inc.

Library Clerk

Washington, DC · On-site

$21.22/hr

Library Clerk Washington, DC (Library of Congress Project) Pay Rate: $21.22 per hour + $5.09 per ... In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants will be ...

GovernmentJobs.com

Library Clerk (Part-Time)

San Marino, CA · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

In Library Journal's 2018 "Star Libraries" listing, Crowell Public Library ranked in the top 5.9% ... Receive training through the United States Department of State and perform duties to act as ...

NCW Libraries

Library Assistant

Coulee City, WA · On-site

$17.99/hr

WA State paid sick leave accruals only Position Summary Performs intermediate skilled human support providing assistance with daily duties at a branch library in a substitute capacity. Duties include ...

NCW Libraries

Library Assistant

Curlew, WA · On-site

$17.99/hr

WA State paid sick leave accruals only Position Summary Performs intermediate skilled human support providing assistance with daily duties at a branch library in a substitute capacity. Duties include ...

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Library Director 1

NEW YORK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION

NY • On-site

$55.25 - $74.75/hr

Other

Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the planning, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of library programs and services.

  • Hire, train, supervise all employees and volunteers, and work with staff and the Board on improving library services.

  • Manage the library's budget, financial reporting, and oversee facilities maintenance and capital projects.

Job description

Salary: $65,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Aug 21, 2026

Public

July 27, 2026

Library Director 1

The Rosendale Public Library in Ulster County, New York, is a Special District Public library serving the Town of Rosendale which includes the hamlets of Bloomington, Tillson, and parts of Cottekill, and High Falls.

The Rosendale Public Library is seeking an energetic, community-focused leader to serve as its next Library Director. This is a unique opportunity to guide a vibrant rural library dedicated to fostering opportunities for growth, lifelong learning, creativity, and community engagement.

Position Overview

The Director reports directly to the Board of Trustees and is responsible for the overall administration and operation of the library, including staff supervision, financial management, programming, facilities oversight, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, practical, and imaginative professional who is passionate about public service and community impact.

Key Responsibilities
  • Hiring, training, and supervising all employees and volunteers;
  • Working closely with the Librarian 1 and multiple part-time staff;
  • Overseeing the ongoing capital project of the library;
  • Overseeing the planning, implementation and ongoing evaluation of library programs and services;
  • Hiring contractors for facilities maintenance and ensuring that the library’s building and grounds are well maintained for the public and staff;
  • Managing collection development across print, digital, and other formats;
  • Collaborating with library staff and the Board to continually improve and adapt library services to changing community needs;
  • Developing and managing the library’s annual budget and financial reporting;
  • Working with the Board in strategic planning, policy creation, fiscal oversight, and long-term sustainability;
  • Applying for and managing grants from public and private sources;
  • Developing new and existing partnerships including working with the Friends of the Library;
  • Coordinating with bookkeepers on payroll, benefits and financial reporting;
  • Ensuring that all technology (computers, ILS, accessibility tools, WiFi) remains current and functional;
  • Managing an active and accurate public presence across channels, such as website, social media, newsletters, calendars, and press outreach;
  • Representing the mission, vision and values of the Library in communication with staff, partners and the public.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior supervisory experience in a library;
  • Familiarity with Sierra ILS and regional library system operations;
  • Success in grant writing and administration;
  • Familiarity with special district public library administration;
  • Experience with community programming in a small staff environment;
  • Experience with capital projects
Minimum Qualifications

This is a civil service position. The candidate must meet the minimum requirements for this job title to be eligible: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Masters Degree in Library Science and two (2) years of professional full‑time, or its’ part‑time equivalent, experience in a library of recognized standing.

Special Requirement: Possession of a New York State Public Librarian’s professional certificate at time of appointment.

Compensation and Benefits

The Library Director position is a full‑time (35 hrs per week), salaried Civil Service position (Library Director I) that involves scheduled evening and occasional weekend hours.

  • Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays, 15 vacation days, 3 personal days, and paid sick leave;
  • Participation in the New York State Retirement System;
  • Starting Salary: $65,000 annually
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