Public Library Jobs in Jackson, MS (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $51,693.41 - $56,000.00 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9163-0245-20260724hind
Department: 0245 - LIBRARY COMMISSION
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $51,693.41
Agency Maximum Salary: $56,000.00
About the Agency: The Mississippi Library Commission is committed --- through leadership, advocacy, and service --- to strengthening and enhancing libraries and library services for all Mississippians. For questions regarding this position please contact hr@mlc.lib.ms.us .
About the Position: The Mississippi Library Commission is seeking a Library Services Director to lead the Library Services Department by overseeing daily operations, staff supervision, public service delivery, and statewide library support.The Director provides leadership for reference services, resource sharing, large print services, collection development, reporting, workflow improvement, and support for Mississippi's public libraries. This position is responsible for coordinating departmental operations, supervising staff, developing policies and procedures, monitoring service delivery, reporting statistics, and collaborating with public libraries, vendors, community partners, and agency leadership to ensure efficient, innovative, and sustainable library services.Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel is required to visit libraries, provide training, attend meetings and conferences, and support agency initiatives.
What you'll need to be Successful: Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with sound judgment and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, public libraries, vendors, community partners, and agency leadership
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Master's Degree and 3 years of experience. Agency preferred qualifications:A master's degree in library and information science from an ALA accredited institution and a minimum of three years of professional librarian experience are required. Preference will be given to candidates with supervisory experience in a library or public service setting and demonstrated success leading professional staff.A successful applicant will have experience in library administration, public services, staff supervision, program coordination, and workflow improvement.Experience with staff management, reference services, resource sharing, collection development, library systems, public library training, statewide library support, and developing innovative library services is preferred.
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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick LeaveFull-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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