Assistant Library Director: Programs, Outreach & Strategy

Bergen County Cooperative Library System; Montville Township, Northern (NJ, KY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Montville Township Public Library invites an innovative, community-minded professional to join our leadership team as Assistant Director and Head of Programs & Services. This role oversees public services, programming, outreach, and collection development budgeting, while coordinating with the Director, Board, and partners on strategic planning including the 2027 plan.

Strong writing and communications are essential.

Qualifications

• MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution and New Jersey Professional Librarian Certification.
• A minimum of four years of post-MLS/MLIS professional experience with demonstrated management or administrative experience.
• Experience in marketing/PR, strategic planning, programming, community outreach, grant writing, or event management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily library operations and supervise staff.
• Lead public services, programming, outreach, and collection development.
• Plan and manage grant writing and fundraising activities.
• Coordinate with the Director, Board, and community partners on strategic planning.
• Develop marketing, public relations, and communications strategies.
• Support Children's and Young Adult collections budgeting.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Marketing

Public relations

Grant writing

Event management

Strategic planning

Community outreach

Communication

Education

MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution

Tools

Library management systems

Job description

The Montville Township Public Library invites an innovative, community-minded professional to join our leadership team as Assistant Director and Head of Programs & Services. This role oversees public services, programming, outreach, and collection development budgeting, while coordinating with the Director, Board, and partners on strategic planning including the 2027 plan.

Strong writing and communications are essential.