Library Director

District #1 Miami County Kansas, situated in Louisburg, Kansas, seeks a dynamic, innovative, and passionate leader to serve as Library Director. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience and education in library management, budget development, and operations.

The Director, under the direction of the Board of Trustees, is the chief executive officer of the library and oversees the library’s strategic planning, administrative and management operations, library staff, finances, facilities, budgeting and compliance, programs, collections and services, technology, outreach and marketing. The library director must also provide leadership in the training, motivation, and professional development of staff and volunteers.

Will consider candidates with a Bachelor’s or graduate degree relevant to library science, management, or administration. Preference may be given to those with a Master’s degree in library science. The applicant may also be working toward their Master’s Degree and making satisfactory progress.

Three-plus years of progressively responsible professional library experience required. Prefer substantial experience and successful job history in library operations, budget development and implementation, personnel management, and program development. Prefer experience in working with a board of directors and establishing community and municipal relationships.

This is a full-time, exempt position that reports directly to the Board of Trustees. The salary for this position will start at $63,000 annually, dependent on the level of education and experience of the applicant. Benefits include paid health insurance, a robust retirement plan, and paid time off.

References are required and a background check will be completed by the Library as a condition of any offer extended.

Library District #1 Miami County (a.k.a. Louisburg Library) is located in Louisburg, Kansas and serves the eastern third of the county, a population of approximately 9000 people. The programming staff plan, organize, promote, and lead programs for all ages. This includes weekly and monthly programs like storytime, book clubs, and other programs. As a vibrant library, we also have various programs that provide enrichment for our community and surrounding areas throughout the year.

We provide a wide range of services. Check out our website,(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information about the library’s services.

The majority of funding is provided by property taxes. The library has an annual budget of approximately $1,180,000 and a staff of 8 full-time and 11 part-time employees.