Library Director

Library Jobline; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walpole Town Library invites applications for a Library Director to oversee both the Bridge Memorial Library and North Walpole Branch Library. Based in a historic NH village, the role requires independent leadership, strategic planning, and strong administrative vision to guide library services for the community.

Responsibilities include planning, organizing, directing, and managing all library operations in line with Trustee policies and applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• MLS degree from an accredited college is strongly preferred.
• Three or more years of progressively responsible library experience with supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership with financial and planning responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead two library branches (Bridge Memorial Library and North Walpole Branch) with administrative oversight.
• Plan, organize, direct, and manage all aspects of library operations.
• Ensure compliance with Trustee policies and municipal/state laws and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Resources knowledge

Digital media

KOHA familiarity

Education

MLS degree

Bachelor's degree

Management experience

Tools

KOHA ILS

Job description

The Walpole Town Library seeks a dynamic Library Director to lead both the Bridge Memorial Library and North Walpole Branch Library. Set in a historic New Hampshire village along the Connecticut River, this role offers a vibrant community near Keene and a Dartmouth-Hitchcock affiliate, requiring strong administrative vision and independent leadership. Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing all aspects of the library in conformity with Trustee policies and municipal and state law and regulations.

Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

Generous compensation package.

Additional Info & Requirements

EXPERIENCE:

• A Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university is strongly preferred. A Bachelor’s degree plus substantial work experience in a management position at a public library may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.
• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible library experience, including supervisory experience, preferably in a public library setting.
• Demonstrated library management and leadership experience with financial and planning responsibilities.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to interact effectively with staff, patrons, the Board of Trustees, Town leadership and peers in the library community.
• Knowledge of current resources, programs and services available to libraries and how to implement those resources.
• Experience with digital media including social media, web design and maintenance.
• Ability to configure, use and maintain an Integrated Library System and online catalog (e.g. KOHA).