Position SummaryThis is a professional position responsible for the general administration and management of the Jesup Memorial Library, in accordance with the policies and directives of the Board of Directors and with accepted and emerging library practices and procedures. The major areas of responsibility are supervision and management of the library’s programs, services, collections, budget, staff, and facilities, and a strong working relationship with the Board of Directors and the local community. The primary directive is to provide exemplary public library service in the 21st century that is responsive to community needs. Find a full profile of our library, community, and ideal director at jesuplibrary.org/jobs.● Reports to: Chair, Board of Directors● Classification: Full-time, ...

Portland Public Library (PPL) is currently seeking a Senior Cataloging & Acquisitions Associate in the Technical Services Department. The Technical Services Section of Access Services coordinates the ordering and receiving of books, periodicals, electronic resources, and AV materials; provides MARC records and Dewey Decimal classification numbers for these materials; and processes them following recognized cataloging standards. Included in this position’s scope is maintenance and control of the library’s databases as well as any retrospective conversion activities for existing materials.Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, this position plays a key role in supporting access to library collections across all formats and locations. The position is responsible for acquisitions ...

Somesville Library AssociationMount Desert, Maine bordering Bar Harbor and Acadia National ParkFor details, please visit www.somesvillelibrary.orgJob Posting (1/8/2025)Position: Library DirectorHours: 10-15 hours/week year roundThe Somesville Library is looking for a dynamic Library Director to lead us into our next century.The Director is responsible for all aspects of managing this charming little library, which is steeped in tradition but eager to meet the opportunities of the future.We are looking for a creative, energetic, and flexible leader to welcome patrons and engage with the community. This position requires strong administrative skills, the ability to work independently, to collaborate with our Board, and to implement new technologies.Position is 10-15 hours/week, requires even ...

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Portland Public Library (PPL) is currently seeking a Director of Adult Services. This position is responsible for the strategy and development of the library's Adult Services. The position ensures that the library provides a wide range of high-quality services and full access for users to library materials and services they want and need.Reporting to the Associate Director, this position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating system-wide research and information services, which includes reference, reader’s advisory, collection development, and programs for adult audiences. Sets standards for reference staff, provides system-wide direction, coordinates implementation of services, and develops related policies and protocols.This position supervises the following full-time ...

The Board of Trustees of the Topsham Public Library (TPL) is accepting applications for a dynamic and enthusiastic Library Director. The Director will work with and lead an outstanding staff and group of volunteers, building upon the Library's accomplishments and establishing innovative and creative programming to meet the needs of the community. The successful candidate will hold a Masters in Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited degree program. Experience in library management, budgeting, development and grant writing is preferred. TPL is a 501c3 non-profit library which receives 85% of its funding from the Town of Topsham. The Director works closely with Town Departments and Town Management, although the Library is independently run.The Director wil ...

The Camden Public Library Board of Trustees seeks an Executive Director to replace its retiring long-term Executive Director, who has admirably led this Maine library since 2008.Thanks to benefactor Mary Louise Curtis Bok, the Camden Public Library, situated on the hill at the head of Camden Harbor, opened on June 11, 1928. A significant expansion, the Centennial Wing, completed in September 1996, now houses the stacks and includes a busy community meeting space and a large, light and airy Children’s Room with a very special attached Children’s Garden. This expansion allowed the original library building to be restored as a Reading Room stocked with a wide assortment of periodicals and newspapers, and furnished with tables and chairs for quiet reading. The History Center holds a large ...

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Associate Director will be a critical leader for library staff and will help deepen relationships with our nonprofit and municipal partners; lead and supervise the Adult Services Director, Youth Services Director, Access Services Director, Annex and Bookmobile Manager, and the Branch Managers; and serve as the de facto manager of the Downtown location.The Associate Director will be deeply involved in complex decision making, working integrally with PPL's senior leadership, internal and external library colleagues, and designated trustee committees. The Associate Director will actively represent PPL in statewide collaborative conversations and pursuits. The position serves as an advocate for services and operations, provides support to the board of t ...