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Chief Community Officer

Metropolitan Library System / OKC Downtown Library

Job Description: Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Community Officer (CCO) has strategic and operational responsibility for the library’s Community Services division. They direct, administer, plan, and coordinate activities related to the library’s Community Services division following policies, strategic plan(s), and annual plan(s) established by the library’s Executive and Advisory Councils and the Metropolitan Library Commission. Responsibilities include providing leadership, strategic direction, and resource stewardship for the subordinate directors who oversee the departments within the division and for succession planning and mentoring support for all division staff. The CCO is responsible for ensuring an integrated approach to the library’s community relations efforts, organizational marketing and messaging, and fundraising activities to advance the library’s strategic goals and objectives. This position is a member of the Executive and Advisory Councils. • Find Out More  

Driver

Pioneer Library System / Norman

Job Description: Delivers library materials to assigned locations throughout the system in a safe and timely manner; provides high-level customer service; works under the direction of the Support Services Manager; performs other duties as assigned. Full-time position, 40 hr/wk. Must be able to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends, in addition up to two weeks of “Mandatory New Hire Orientation & Training” located at the Administrative Offices in Norman. • Find Out More  

Shawnee Branch Manager

Pioneer Library System / Shawnee

Job Description: The manager of Shawnee Public Library has the opportunity to lead an energetic and creative staff in Shawnee, a fast-growing and family-focused community, and provide world-class customer service. In addition to supervising staff and overseeing the collection, the branch manager is responsible for aligning branch programming and initiatives with the overall strategies and goals of the Pioneer Library System. As a leader in the civic and business community, the branch manager works to build and advance partnerships with organizations that support our mission. • Find Out More  

Librarian I

Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library / Checotah

Job Description: EOLS is seeking an innovative, service-oriented individual who will provide a high level of customer service to all library users and has a passion for programming. Qualifications are BA/BS and 3 years related library experience, MLS/MLIS is not required, but will prove helpful. Proven experience developing programs for all patrons. Quality oral and written communication skills and excellent computer skills are needed. Provides a high level of customer service by offering a full range of reader advisory services to all users. Duties will include planning, creating and organizing displays and programming. Will provide outreach to the public, including students,  school personnel, community organizations and businesses. May grow to include managing the library when the manager is out. Salary dependent on level of experience and library education, starting at $38,854 plus excellent benefits. 40 hrs. per week, includes some evenings and Saturdays. Background check required. • Find Out More  

Shared Branch Manager I

Rieger Memorial Library and Warner Public Library / Haskell and Warner

Job Description: Manages and administers the operations and staff of the assigned branches; ensures outstanding customer service is provided to all patrons; serves as an advocate and spokesperson for each branch and the System in the community; performs other duties as assigned. 40 hrs. per week; includes some evenings and Saturdays. Qualifications: BA/BS and five or more years related library experience, MLS/MLIS preferred. Level III (or higher) OK Public Librarian Certification. Experience developing programs for library users of all ages. Demonstrated performance in a management or supervisory position. Duties include managing the library buildings, staff and collections using professional principles of the library field. Manager will oversee the daily operation of the library including awareness and use of the library facility, staff supervision and training, financial transactions and successful development of good relationships with governmental officials, library friends and volunteers. Beginning salary $55,078 plus excellent benefits • Find Out More  

Librarian

Cameron University / Lawton

Job Description: Provide reference services and research assistance to library patrons, both in person and electronically, teach information literacy and use of online library resources both face-to-face and online (synchronous and asynchronous), participate in regular assessment of library services through measures such as compiling data regarding available resources and resource usage; distributing a biannual satisfaction survey; and working with students, faculty and staff to determine resource needs, work with vendors and Cameron University’s Information Technology Services to troubleshoot technical issues, prepare and submit library data for external reports including IPEDS, ACRL, and academic program reviews, develop and implement a strategic vision for the university library's collections that aligns with the academic and research goals of the institution, evaluate and select resources, both physical and digital, to build a comprehensive and relevant collection, assist in the Library’s technical services, including acquisitions, cataloging, classification using Library of Congress Classification System, deselection, donation processing, inventory, communications, analytics, and reporting, collaborate with Library staff and other campus constituents in creating and adapting library policies and procedures, some evening and weekend hours as needed, and other duties as assigned. • Find Out More  

Music and Performing Arts Librarian

Oklahoma City University Dulaney-Browne Library

Job Description: The Dulaney-Browne Library and the Wanda L. Bass School of Music at Oklahoma City University invite applications for a tenure-track Music and Performing Arts Librarian position beginning in August 2024. This role is pivotal in providing library services with a specialized focus on the performing arts. The Music Librarian will oversee the Leichter Listening Library in the cutting-edge Wanda L. Bass Music Center, and offer services to the Dulaney-Browne Library, including reference, instruction, and faculty liaison duties. As a member of the university faculty, the Music Librarian is subject to the guidelines outlined in the Oklahoma City University Faculty Handbook and is expected to demonstrate continuous professional growth through participation in professional organizations, continuing education, and scholarly pursuits. • Find Out More  

Librarian in Residence - Government Documents

McFarlin Library / University of Tulsa

Job Description: This position is part of the Adrian Alexander Librarian in Residence Program. This is a one-year appointment for 25 hours per week. This position is responsible for the coordination and management of the Federal Depository Library Program at McFarlin Library and reports to the Director of Bibliographic Services. • Find Out More

Branch Manager

Altus Public Library / Southern Prairie Library System

Job Description: Organizes, directs, promotes and implements the activities of the Altus Public Library. Develops and presents programs for all ages, maintains library collections, provides leadership, direction, staff supervision and training. Ensures that outstanding customer service is provided to patrons of all ages. Builds relationships with community organizations. Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field with three years or more of library experience in a supervisory position. Demonstrated performance in a management position. • Find Out More

Chief Executive

Kansas City Public Library (MO)

Job Description: The Kansas City Public Library (Missouri) (“Library”) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive to collaboratively develop and implement the Library's strategic vision. In partnership with the Board of Trustees (“Board”), the Chief Executive ensures the fulfillment of the Library’s mission and its future success, while promoting and supporting the highest level of customer service. A forward-thinking leader will operate with a high degree of autonomy, expertly communicate, and problem-solve while keeping the Board and other stakeholders appropriately apprised of both internal conditions and external developments. The Library has been recognized nationally for over 15 years for its presentations of signature events in library facilities, often in cooperation with major regional institutions and independent bookstores, bringing new and diverse groups into the Library for topical and timely programs. • Find Out More

Library Director

City of University Park Public Library / University Park, TX

Job Description: The City of University Park Public Library (TX) seeks a community-oriented and innovative professional who can work in tandem with the city and library support organizations with the goal of providing a wide variety of services to residents of all ages as its next Library Director. Reporting to the Assistant City Manager, the director will be responsible for 4 full-time and 2 part-time staff members at a single location with a nearly $1 million budget and work closely with the Library Advisory Committee and Friends of the University Park Public Library. The library was formed in 2013 and has incredible growth potential for a candidate who enjoys discovering new ways to meet community needs through partnerships and thoughtful collaborations. Key initiatives include expanding outreach and visibility in the community, developing a library strategic plan, working with staff to expand program offerings, and serving as an enthusiastic advocate for the library in the community. • Find Out More

State Librarian

Maryland State Library Agency (MD)

Job Description: The Maryland State Library Agency (MD) seeks an innovative and forward-thinking leader as its next State Librarian to support 192 public library branches and 22 mobile libraries in their mission to provide outstanding resources, programs, and customer service to over 3.3 million Marylanders. Reporting to the Maryland State Library Board, the State Librarian will be responsible for 33 full-time staff, a $103 million budget, and overseeing the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, Maryland’s public libraries, the State Library Network, the Public Library Capital Grants Program, and the Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library from its offices in Baltimore, MD. Agency highlights include the Futures Conference, the Hatchlings Early Literacy Program, and the Statewide Blueprint which encourages shared understandings of, and collaborations on, non-library trends shaping the future of public library services in the state. Key initiatives include continued advocacy for funding at the state level, support of intellectual freedom through access and legislative advocacy, and implementing the Maryland State Library Agency Library Services and Technology Act five-year plan goals. • Find Out More

Library Director

Flower Mound Public Library / Flower Mound, Texas

Job Description: The Town of Flower Mound seeks a dynamic and talented leader to become the next Director of Library Services of the Flower Mound Public Library (TX). Reporting to the Assistant Town Manager and working alongside the Cultural Arts Commission, the director is responsible for a $2.2 million budget, a single 40,000 square-foot building, and 23.5 FTE of staff. The library has earned The Texas Municipal Library Director’s Association Achievement of Excellence Award for the past nineteen years and offers patrons a place to explore their creativity through the Creation Lab makerspace. With a supportive city government, growing population, and an experienced staff, the new director will be well positioned to make an impact right away. Key initiatives include the analysis of a growing service area, fully utilizing a recently renovated and expanded building, exploration of RFID tagging and smart returns, and completion of the 2024 strategic plan. • Find Out More

Librarian—Collection Development

Waco-McLennan County Library, TX

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include selecting materials, overseeing material budgets, monitoring the database and the accuracy of library records, analyzing and interpreting library data, and responding to internal and external suggestions for the collections. • Works with the management team to build and maintain library collections that support community needs and interests. • The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of library principles and best practices as applied to collection development. • Find Out More

Oklahoma Library Association (OLA) has an Online Career Center.

Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL) usually has job openings.  Check for those announcements.

The Metropolitan Library System usually has a few Job openings—find out more about these opportunities.

Arkansas—Arkansas Library Association Jobline

Kansas—Kansas Library Association Job Bank

Missouri—Missouri Library Association Jobline

Texas—Texas Library Association Jobline

Mountain Plains Library Association (MPLA) Jobline
MPLA Members—Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming.

For National and International Job Listings—American Library Association Job List

Bradbury Miller Associates—Director, Manager and Execution positions

For information on Public Librarian Certification, see the information page.

For information on School Librarian Certification, contact the State Department of Education.


Last Modified on Mar 26, 2024