Senior Librarian: Programming & Outreach Leader

City of Sioux Falls; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Sioux Falls seeks a Senior Librarian of Programming and Outreach to lead library programs and community engagement across Siouxland Libraries. This role drives lifelong learning, literacy, creativity, and community connection while managing a programming budget and supervising a management team.

The position emphasizes collaboration with other City departments, external partners, and a focus on continuous improvement in service delivery.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited master's degree in library science required.
• Minimum four years of library experience with progressive responsibility.
• At least two years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct, oversee, and supervise programming and outreach across library locations.
• Lead development and evaluation of programs for all ages with a focus on lifelong learning.
• Manage a programming budget and supervise the programming leadership team.
• Build strategic community partnerships to expand library impact.
• Collaborate with City departments and external partners to meet community needs.
• Model effective leadership, coaching, and goal-driven staff development.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Coaching

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

Master's in Library Science

Job description

City of Sioux Falls seeks a Senior Librarian of Programming and Outreach to lead library programs and community engagement across Siouxland Libraries. This role drives lifelong learning, literacy, creativity, and community connection while managing a programming budget and supervising a management team.

The position emphasizes collaboration with other City departments, external partners, and a focus on continuous improvement in service delivery.