Executive Director, School Library Leadership & Advocacy

Black Caucus of the American Library Association; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Telecommuting policy

Job summary

American Library Association seeks a full-time Executive Director for the American Association of School Librarians (AASL), a division dedicated to empowering leaders in the school library field. The role provides strategic vision, operational leadership, and financial stewardship for the division while aligning AASL priorities with ALA goals.

The position is based in Chicago with a hybrid work schedule. The Executive Director will oversee governance, advocacy, and collaboration across the

Qualifications

• Requires a four-year college degree; MLIS or related graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum seven years of senior management experience in a nonprofit or member-driven environment.
• Strong governance, budgeting, fundraising, and strategic planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic vision and operational leadership for AASL and align priorities with ALA.
• Support the AASL Board of Directors and coordinate governance, planning, and committee work.
• Represent AASL externally, build partnerships with educators and professional organizations, and advocate for school librarianship.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Communication

Partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree

MLIS or related graduate degree

Job description

American Library Association seeks a full-time Executive Director for the American Association of School Librarians (AASL), a division dedicated to empowering leaders in the school library field. The role provides strategic vision, operational leadership, and financial stewardship for the division while aligning AASL priorities with ALA goals.

The position is based in Chicago with a hybrid work schedule. The Executive Director will oversee governance, advocacy, and collaboration across the