Library Services Director

Nelib; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Hopkinton Public Library seeks an experienced library professional to serve as Library Services Director. The Director provides strategic leadership and oversees the administration and operation of the Hopkinton Public Library.

The role leads a nine full-time staff and a robust part-time team, working with Town administration and community partners to deliver exceptional services and programs. The library is developing its next five-year strategic plan; the successful candidate will shape and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• State Certification of Librarianship from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
• Seven or more years of progressively responsible library administration.
• Three or more years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversee library administration and operations.
• Lead a nine full-time employee team and a robust part-time staff.
• Develop and implement the library’s five-year strategic plan.
• Collaborate with Town administration and community partners.

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Job description

Salary: $94,016.00 - $112,819.20 Annually

Application Deadline: N/A

Public Library

The Town of Hopkinton is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking library professional to serve as our next Library Services Director.

Located 26.2 miles west of Boston, Hopkinton is a vibrant community of approximately 20,000 residents and home to a highly utilized public library that welcomes more than 110,000 visitors annually and offers nearly 1,000 programs and events each year.

Appointed by and under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees, the Director provides strategic leadership and oversees the administration and operation of the Hopkinton Public Library. The Director leads a team of nine full-time employees and a robust part-time staff providing approximately 160 hours of service each week, supported by additional substitute staff.

We are looking for a leader who can think strategically while remaining connected to staff, patrons, and the everyday work of the Library; who values collaboration and clear communication; and who is comfortable leading within both a municipal organization and a Board-governed environment.

The Library is developing its next five-year strategic plan, which will help establish priorities and direction for the years ahead. Depending on the timing of the recruitment, the next Director will have an opportunity to contribute to the planning process and will play a key leadership role in bringing the plan to life through its implementation and ongoing evaluation.

The Director is responsible for strategic and long-range planning, staff leadership and development, fiscal management, community engagement, Library operations and services, facilities, policy implementation, and collaboration with Town administration and community partners.

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program and State Certification of Librarianship from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners are required. Candidates must have seven or more years of progressively responsible library administration experience, including personnel management, fiscal management, program development, and oversight of library facilities, as well as three or more years of supervisory experience.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $94,016 – $112,819.20, depending on qualifications
Full Position Range: $94,016 – $131,622.40

This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position based at the Hopkinton Public Library.

The Town of Hopkinton is committed to equal opportunity, and we encourage diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We believe a culture of inclusion strengthens our organization and contributes to making Hopkinton a great place to live and work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply.