Director of Library

City of Maypearl; San Marcos, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

San Marcos Public Library is seeking a Director to lead daily operations, programs, and community services in San Marcos, Texas. The role provides strategic direction for library development, oversees key initiatives, and represents the Library in partnerships with external agencies and the public.

The Director will supervise staff, manage budgets and procurement activities, and ensure excellence in public service, facilities, and technology access for residents.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science or information studies from an ALA-accredited graduate school.
• Five (5) years of managerial experience in a public library.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operations, programs, and services of the San Marcos Public Library to ensure community-focused service delivery.
• Provides strategic direction for library development and manages key initiatives and projects.
• Represents the Library in partnerships with external agencies and the public.
• Leads staff supervision, hiring, training, and performance management to ensure service standards and equity.

Education

Master’s degree in library science or information studies

Job description

Become part of a team that thrives on Professionalism, Innovation, Customer Experience, Integrity, and Teamwork — the values that guide how we serve our community.

The Director of Library leads and oversees the operations, programs, and services of the San Marcos Public Library to ensure effective, community-focused service delivery. It provides strategic direction for library development, manages key initiatives and projects, and represents the Library in partnerships with external agencies and the public. The role ensures organizational excellence through leadership, operational oversight, and supervision of assigned staff. This position advances the Library’s mission and long-term goals.

The following list highlights the main responsibilities of this position. While it covers the core tasks, it may not include every duty that could be assigned. Employees may be asked to take on other responsibilities as needed to support the team and department.

• Ensures excellence in library facilities, collections, technology, and public services by overseeing safe, well-maintained spaces; maintaining current and well-organized collections; and supporting high-quality programs and community access to technology resources.
• Leads library development and community engagement efforts by collaborating on long-range planning with the Library Board, supporting fundraising partnerships, and strengthening relationships with educational institutions and community organizations.
• Guides major projects and initiatives by planning and implementing facility improvements, coordinating construction and renovation efforts with other City departments, and preparing and supporting procurement and contract activities for architectural and automation services.
• Oversees departmental staffing and personnel management by hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and developing employees; ensuring service standards and equitable treatment; and ensuring alignment with City Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Manages financial stewardship by developing and justifying budgets, monitoring expenditures for alignment with annual goals, ensuring compliance with City financial policies, and administering grant funding, applications, and reporting.
• Provides operational support across library functions by assisting at service desks as needed, preparing reports and presentations, managing special projects, participating in meetings and training, and performing related duties to advance departmental and City objectives.
• Serves as a visible and accessible representative of the Library, engaging with patrons and community members, listening to concerns, and addressing complex or sensitive issues with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment.

• Master’s degree in library science or information studies from an American Library Association-accredited graduate school.
• Five (5) years of managerial experience in a public library.
• Valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.