Regional Library Leader: Strategy, Outreach & Growth

Allendale, Hampton, Jasper Regional Library System; Allendale (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Allendale, Hampton, Jasper Regional Library System is seeking an experienced library leader to supervise multiple facilities and advance services. You will direct operations, budgeting, collection development, and community outreach while ensuring high-quality public service across the regional system.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders. Travel within the region is expected and professional development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of modern public library principles.
• Knowledge of collection development and readers' advisory.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Familiarity with rural community needs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative leadership for all assigned library facilities.
• Supervises Branch Managers and staff; coaching and development.
• Conducts employee evaluations and performance improvement plans.
• Ensures consistent implementation of library policies and procedures.
• Oversees day-to-day operations and public service quality.
• Leads collection development and budget oversight.
• Plans, analyzes, and reports on performance metrics and accreditation.
• Develops community partnerships and outreach initiatives.
• Promotes technology adoption and innovative library services.
• Participates in strategic planning and staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Project management

Data analysis

Public speaking

Education

MLS/MLIS

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Integrated Library System (ILS)

Job description

Allendale, Hampton, Jasper Regional Library System is seeking an experienced library leader to supervise multiple facilities and advance services. You will direct operations, budgeting, collection development, and community outreach while ensuring high-quality public service across the regional system.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders. Travel within the region is expected and professional development is encouraged.