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Library Director

Job in Town of Tupper Lake, New York, USA
Listing for: NEW YORK LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-11-27
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Education Administration, Academic
  • Management
    Education Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 48000 - 54000 USD Yearly USD 48000.00 54000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Library Director I
Location: Town of Tupper Lake

Overview

The Tupper Lake Public Library (Goff-Nelson Memorial Library) is seeking a creative, dynamic, and inspiring Library Director I to lead our school district public library in the Adirondack Mountains.

With an annual operating budget of approximately $304,886
, the library serves a community of nearly 6,000 residents and maintains a collection of more than 40,000 items housed in a distinctive mid-century building. The library plays a central role in community life and is seeking a leader who will uphold and strengthen this commitment to the people of Tupper Lake.

Salary and Benefits
  • Salary range: $48,000–$54,000
    , based on experience
  • Membership in the New York State Retirement System
  • Health insurance contribution
  • Paid holidays, personal leave, and sick leave
Roles and Responsibilities
  • Plan and implement library programs for patrons of all ages
  • Develop the library budget, including grant writing, administration, and the annual public vote
  • Administer expenditures and oversee revenue
  • Develop long-range plans for library service development and evaluate program effectiveness
  • Recommend new services, policies, and personnel actions to the Library Board
  • Supervise staff and maintain personnel records
  • Prepare state, local, and other required reports
  • Represent the library before governmental agencies and community groups
  • Maintain insurance and warranty policies, providing timely recommendations to the Library Board
  • Strong knowledge of library science theories, procedures, and resources
  • Understanding of library organization, policy, and service principles
  • Proficiency in applying computer technology to library operations
  • Ability to train, supervise, and coordinate staff effectively
  • Strong communication, planning, and community engagement skills
Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in Librarianship from a program accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or recognized by the New York State Education Department (NYSED)
  • At least two (2) years of professional library experience
To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a Franklin County Civil Service Application, cover letter, resume, and three references to:

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