Library Director

Nelib; Walpole (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walpole Town Library seeks a dynamic Library Director to lead both the Bridge Memorial Library and North Walpole Branch Library in New Hampshire. The role requires strong administrative vision, independent leadership, and effective public service management for a historic community.

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing all aspects of the library in conformity with Trustee policies and municipal and state law and regulations.

Qualifications

• MLS strongly preferred; BA with substantial management library experience considered
• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible library experience, including supervisory work
• Experience with budgeting, financial planning and program development for libraries

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct and manage all library operations in alignment with Trustee policies and state regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Library resources & programs

Digital media & web

Integrated Library System KOHA

Education

MLS preferred

BA + management experience

Job description

Salary: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026

Public Library

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.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing all aspects of the library in conformity with Trustee policies and municipal and state law and regulations.

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).