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User Services Librarian

Lawton Public Library

Job Description: The Lawton Public Library is looking for its next User Services Librarian! Be a part of a team committed to serving our community through exciting events and services. Play with the Glowforge laser engraver, use the Digital Memory Center to digitize old family tapes, and help promote our Telehealth booth. The library now has RFID and an interactive historical marker trail around town. The annual Chautauqua event is coming up soon. There is always something new in the works! The User Services Librarian is a professional position and directly supervises 1 full-time employee. This position reports to the Deputy Library Director. The User Services Librarian does some collection development, cataloging, database management, reference work, event planning, and more – all with a great team of co-workers to help make it happen. • Find Out More  

Library & History Museum Director

Bartlesville Public Library

Job Description: The City of Bartlesville, Oklahoma, seeks a highly motivated, experienced and visionary leader to serve as the Library Director. The Library Director reports directly to the Assistant City Manager and plans, organizes and administers a comprehensive program to provide leadership and direction to the Library and History Museum staff as well as interprets the goals and policies of the City Council under the direction of the Assistant City Manager and City Manager. The Library & History Museum Director supervises and directs all activities of the Library and History Museum while also developing, communicating and monitoring policies, procedures and standards for both the Library and History Museum. The Library & History Museum Director will also plan long-range goals, objectives, organizational structure and overall direction for the Library and History Museum. This position also provides overall direction of the operational and developmental phases within the Library and History Museum as well as plans, allocates and monitors time, people, equipment and other resources for the Library and History Museum to ensure efficient organization and completion of work. The director will also work with the Library’s advisory board. For additional information, please contact Human Resources Director Laura Sanders at 918-338-4221 or hr@cityofbartlesville.org • Find Out More  

Chief Community Officer

Metropolitan Library System / OKC Downtown Library

Job Description: Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Chief Community Officer (CCO) has strategic and operational responsibility for the library’s Community Services division. They direct, administer, plan, and coordinate activities related to the library’s Community Services division following policies, strategic plan(s), and annual plan(s) established by the library’s Executive and Advisory Councils and the Metropolitan Library Commission. Responsibilities include providing leadership, strategic direction, and resource stewardship for the subordinate directors who oversee the departments within the division and for succession planning and mentoring support for all division staff. The CCO is responsible for ensuring an integrated approach to the library’s community relations efforts, organizational marketing and messaging, and fundraising activities to advance the library’s strategic goals and objectives. This position is a member of the Executive and Advisory Councils. • Find Out More  

Librarian I

Jim Lucas Checotah Public Library / Checotah

Job Description: EOLS is seeking an innovative, service-oriented individual who will provide a high level of customer service to all library users and has a passion for programming. Qualifications are BA/BS and 3 years related library experience, MLS/MLIS is not required, but will prove helpful. Proven experience developing programs for all patrons. Quality oral and written communication skills and excellent computer skills are needed. Provides a high level of customer service by offering a full range of reader advisory services to all users. Duties will include planning, creating and organizing displays and programming. Will provide outreach to the public, including students,  school personnel, community organizations and businesses. May grow to include managing the library when the manager is out. Salary dependent on level of experience and library education, starting at $38,854 plus excellent benefits. 40 hrs. per week, includes some evenings and Saturdays. Background check required. • Find Out More  

Shared Branch Manager I

Rieger Memorial Library and Warner Public Library / Haskell and Warner

Job Description: Manages and administers the operations and staff of the assigned branches; ensures outstanding customer service is provided to all patrons; serves as an advocate and spokesperson for each branch and the System in the community; performs other duties as assigned. 40 hrs. per week; includes some evenings and Saturdays. Qualifications: BA/BS and five or more years related library experience, MLS/MLIS preferred. Level III (or higher) OK Public Librarian Certification. Experience developing programs for library users of all ages. Demonstrated performance in a management or supervisory position. Duties include managing the library buildings, staff and collections using professional principles of the library field. Manager will oversee the daily operation of the library including awareness and use of the library facility, staff supervision and training, financial transactions and successful development of good relationships with governmental officials, library friends and volunteers. Beginning salary $55,078 plus excellent benefits • Find Out More  

Librarian

Cameron University / Lawton

Job Description: Provide reference services and research assistance to library patrons, both in person and electronically, teach information literacy and use of online library resources both face-to-face and online (synchronous and asynchronous), participate in regular assessment of library services through measures such as compiling data regarding available resources and resource usage; distributing a biannual satisfaction survey; and working with students, faculty and staff to determine resource needs, work with vendors and Cameron University’s Information Technology Services to troubleshoot technical issues, prepare and submit library data for external reports including IPEDS, ACRL, and academic program reviews, develop and implement a strategic vision for the university library's collections that aligns with the academic and research goals of the institution, evaluate and select resources, both physical and digital, to build a comprehensive and relevant collection, assist in the Library’s technical services, including acquisitions, cataloging, classification using Library of Congress Classification System, deselection, donation processing, inventory, communications, analytics, and reporting, collaborate with Library staff and other campus constituents in creating and adapting library policies and procedures, some evening and weekend hours as needed, and other duties as assigned. • Find Out More  

Music and Performing Arts Librarian

Oklahoma City University Dulaney-Browne Library

Job Description: The Dulaney-Browne Library and the Wanda L. Bass School of Music at Oklahoma City University invite applications for a tenure-track Music and Performing Arts Librarian position beginning in August 2024. This role is pivotal in providing library services with a specialized focus on the performing arts. The Music Librarian will oversee the Leichter Listening Library in the cutting-edge Wanda L. Bass Music Center, and offer services to the Dulaney-Browne Library, including reference, instruction, and faculty liaison duties. As a member of the university faculty, the Music Librarian is subject to the guidelines outlined in the Oklahoma City University Faculty Handbook and is expected to demonstrate continuous professional growth through participation in professional organizations, continuing education, and scholarly pursuits. • Find Out More  

Librarian in Residence - Government Documents

McFarlin Library / University of Tulsa

Job Description: This position is part of the Adrian Alexander Librarian in Residence Program. This is a one-year appointment for 25 hours per week. This position is responsible for the coordination and management of the Federal Depository Library Program at McFarlin Library and reports to the Director of Bibliographic Services. • Find Out More

Branch Manager

Altus Public Library / Southern Prairie Library System

Job Description: Organizes, directs, promotes and implements the activities of the Altus Public Library. Develops and presents programs for all ages, maintains library collections, provides leadership, direction, staff supervision and training. Ensures that outstanding customer service is provided to patrons of all ages. Builds relationships with community organizations. Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field with three years or more of library experience in a supervisory position. Demonstrated performance in a management position. • Find Out More

Children's Services Supervisor

Library Center of the Ozarks / Branson, MO

Job Description: Are you creative, energetic, and innovative? Then the Library Center of the Ozarks wants you to join its team. We are searching for someone who is passionate about providing excellent library services to children and families and excited about new challenges. Provide excellent customer service to patrons, primarily children and caregivers, by assisting them with reference, readers' advisory, and general computer questions. Design, promote, present, and evaluate a variety of programs for children of all ages, based on their developmental needs and interests and the goals of the library. Develop and maintain the children's collections by reviewing, evaluating, selecting, purchasing, and withdrawing materials. Instructs patrons, primarily children, in the use of library materials, databases, and online catalog. Promotes children’s programs and services to community agencies, advocates, and citizen groups. Maintains discipline and order in the children’s department. Gathers and compiles data for reports and prepares statistical and analytical reports of children’s activities. Organize, maintain, and purchase appropriate supplies. Performs other related and assigned duties as required. Please email a resume and cover letter to info@lcozarks.com. • Find Out More

Multiple Professional Positions available

Boulder Public Library (CO)

Job Descriptions: 

The Public Services Director (Main Library) will collaborate closely with other departments and assist the Executive Library Director with the vision and mission of the library. As the second-highest ranking employee in the organization, the Public Services Director may assume responsibility for the library when the Executive Library Director is not available. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and a minimum of six to eight years of experience working in a public library (or equivalent), including supervisory or managerial responsibilities, managing multiple branches, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Hiring salary range: $117,395 – $135,824.

The Main Library Manager will oversee BPLD’s largest location, located in the heart of downtown Boulder, and will lead the Main Library in planning, directing, and managing patron services. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and three years of experience working in a public library, including two years of progressive responsibility, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. It also requires three years of supervisory experience and experience conducting performance evaluations. Hiring salary range: $70,970 – $78,957.

The Youth Services Manager (Main Library) is part of the Public Services Management team and provides vision, planning, and implementation in children’s and teen services at the Main Library. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and five years of progressive library and supervisory experience. Preferred qualifications include three years of supervisory experience in children’s and teen services. Hiring salary range: $70,970 – $78,957.

The Librarian I (NoBo Branch) creates engaging and dynamic programs for patrons of all ages with a focus on STEAM and plays a critical role in overseeing daily library operations. This position will be in the newly built North Boulder Branch library, which is poised to showcase sustainability in architecture and provide transformative library services to a thriving community. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLIS degree and three years of progressively responsible experience in a public library setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Conversational Spanish speaking skills and/or working with patrons from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds is strongly preferred. Hiring salary range: $60,008 – $66,726. • Find Out More

Chief Executive

Kansas City Public Library (MO)

Job Description: The Kansas City Public Library (Missouri) (“Library”) is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive to collaboratively develop and implement the Library's strategic vision. In partnership with the Board of Trustees (“Board”), the Chief Executive ensures the fulfillment of the Library’s mission and its future success, while promoting and supporting the highest level of customer service. A forward-thinking leader will operate with a high degree of autonomy, expertly communicate, and problem-solve while keeping the Board and other stakeholders appropriately apprised of both internal conditions and external developments. The Library has been recognized nationally for over 15 years for its presentations of signature events in library facilities, often in cooperation with major regional institutions and independent bookstores, bringing new and diverse groups into the Library for topical and timely programs. • Find Out More

Librarian—Collection Development

Waco-McLennan County Library, TX

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include selecting materials, overseeing material budgets, monitoring the database and the accuracy of library records, analyzing and interpreting library data, and responding to internal and external suggestions for the collections. • Works with the management team to build and maintain library collections that support community needs and interests. • The successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of library principles and best practices as applied to collection development. • Find Out More

Oklahoma Library Association (OLA) has an Online Career Center.

Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL) usually has job openings.  Check for those announcements.

The Metropolitan Library System usually has a few Job openings—find out more about these opportunities.

Arkansas—Arkansas Library Association Jobline

Kansas—Kansas Library Association Job Bank

Missouri—Missouri Library Association Jobline

Texas—Texas Library Association Jobline

Mountain Plains Library Association (MPLA) Jobline
MPLA Members—Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming.

For National and International Job Listings—American Library Association Job List

Bradbury Miller Associates—Director, Manager and Execution positions

For information on Public Librarian Certification, see the information page.

For information on School Librarian Certification, contact the State Department of Education.


Last Modified on Apr 17, 2024