Library Director — Lead Growth & Community Impact

Georgia Public Library Service; Georgia; On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

Georgia Public Library Service seeks a full-time library director to oversee operations within approved policies and strategic goals. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating daily activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and safety standards.

The position also requires budget planning, working with county officials, and representing the library in the community through outreach and education efforts.

Qualifications

• MLS required from an ALA-accredited program.
• Typically 3–5 years of related library leadership experience.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Directs activities of the library within established policies and objectives.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff; interviews, hires, and trains employees.
• Coordinates daily work activities and ensures teamwork across the library.
• Ensures compliance with laws, codes, and safety procedures; manages budget and expenditures.
• Represents the library in the community and communicates with stakeholders.

Education

Master of Library Science (MLS) degree, ALA-accredited

Job description

Georgia Public Library Service seeks a full-time library director to oversee operations within approved policies and strategic goals. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating daily activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and safety standards.

The position also requires budget planning, working with county officials, and representing the library in the community through outreach and education efforts.