Library Director

Illinois; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF pension

Vacation time

Sick time

Job summary

Havana Public Library District in Illinois seeks an energetic Library Director to lead operations, foster community relations, and promote the library’s role in the town. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a track record of successful administration and staff leadership.

The position is full-time and offers a competitive benefits package. The director will oversee budget, policy, and public programs while building partnerships with local government and community groups.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in library science or equivalent.
• Experience as librarian and administrator is preferred.
• Familiarity with local, state and federal library laws and financial management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Promote the Library and foster positive community relations.
• Provide strong communication with stakeholders and the public.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Community relations

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in library science

Job description

The Havana Public Library District is seeking applicants for the position of Library Director. We are looking for an enthusiastic, customer-focused person with a desire to promote the Library and foster positive community relations. The preferred candidate will have strong communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a master’s degree in library science and considerable experience as a librarian and as an administrator; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities is preferred.Familiarity with local, state and federal library laws, financial management and administrative education is desirable.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits package includes; participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF); vacation and sick time. This is a full-time, salaried position.

Location

Havana Public Library District, Mason County