Library Jobs

Marion, Arkansas

Job closes 02.28.2025.

Crittenden County Library

Must have proven leadership ability with a minimum of two years of management experience. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, officials of other agencies (including city and county governments) and the general public. Must have proficient business computer skills. Must be able to think strategically and have planning experience including development of operating budget. Must have an understanding of emerging technologies, including social media. Must have an understanding of financial management including the recording of financial transactions. Must have experience reporting to a governing board. Must pass background check and drug screen. Must reside in Crittenden County.

Please send an email to cclibrary100@gmail.com to request an application be e-mailed to you. Completed applications and resumes must be returned to Judge Woody Wheeless’ office at the Courthouse in Marion:

Crittenden County Courthouse
Attn: Judge Woody Wheeless
100 Court Square Marion, AR 72364

Job duties include (but not limited to):

· Administers, interprets, enforces and recommends procedures consistent with applicable laws, regulations, City of Marion and Crittenden County ordinances, rules and the policies of Crittenden County and the Crittenden County Library Board (CCLB).

· Performs activities which permit the orderly, efficient and effective communications with, and delivery of library services to, all stakeholders including all Crittenden County citizens, patrons, State Library and other government officials.

· Evaluates and administers library programs such as circulation, reference, reader’s advisory services, children’s services, community services and public information.

· Attends relevant conferences including Arkansas Library Association and meetings at the State Library.

· Directs a public relations program to promote and publicize the library’s collections, services and programs within the community.

· Represents the library on regional and state committees and serves as Crittenden County’s authority on library issues.

· Develops and annually updates long-term plans for the Crittenden County libraries and obtains Board approval.

· Maintains standard levels of service to all branch libraries in Crittenden County communities.

· Attends Crittenden County Quorum Court meetings and Marion City Council meetings and periodically reports on library activities.

· Prepares various kinds of statistical reports on finances, programs, attendance and circulation.

· Communicates effectively with the community.

· Oversees full-time and part-time library employees including hiring, evaluating, disciplining and terminating with the advice of the CCLB as required by law or policy.

· Coordinates the training of library staff in technical and administrative library skills.

· Disseminates information regarding personnel policies, fringe benefits, conditions of employment and all relevant policies to library employees.

· Directs the development and maintenance of the collection of books, periodicals, CD’s and a variety of other library materials.

· Drafts and recommends policy to the Crittenden County Library (CCL) Board of Directors.

· Plans for the effective and efficient implementation of approved policies.

· Develops the annual budgets, obtains Board approval and files with the County and City.

Canyon, Texas

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

General Summary

Oversees the ongoing organization, updating, and weeding of the library’s general collection. Assesses the physical strengths and weaknesses of the collection through multiple tools. Assists with leading the library’s Collection Development Committee. Oversees library’s gift acquisitions, representing the library when interacting and communicating with donors. Assists in compiling collection content and expenditure analysis for surveys and reports. May supervise Unit staff in the absence of the Head of Resources and Metadata Management. Reports to the Head of Resources and Metadata Management.

Responsibilities:

Collection Management:

• Oversees the ongoing organization, updating, and weeding of the general collection. Gains familiarity with the University’s curriculum and the Panhandle area to make informed decisions regarding the collection.
• Studies the University’s curriculum and assesses the library’s physical/electronic collections’ strengths and weaknesses through the use of data analysis (including COUNTER), physical condition, surveys, and other tools and reports findings to library’s Collection Development Committee and Liaison Librarians.
• Assists with leading the library’s Collection Development Committee.
• Developments and implements training programs related to collection management.
• Assists in compiling collection content (and expenditure analysis) for surveys and accreditation reports and annual library assessment reports.
• Evaluates inquiries about gifts-in-kind or donations for library collections.
• Maintains an awareness of issues affecting collection development and management.
• Researches ILL borrowing data and reference analytics to recommend material(s) acquisition.
• Updates Collection Development Policy in collaboration with Collection Development Committee.
• Explores new collection development tools to help and to streamline the collection review process.
• Uses such tools as Alma Analytics and Worldshare Collection Manager to evaluate library collection and compare to peer institutions.

Access Services:

• Communicates with Head of Access Services regarding stack maintenance.
• Works hours at the library’s Access Services desk.

Personnel Management:

• Supervise Resources and Metadata Management staff.
• Manages Resources and Metadata Management Unit in the absence of the Head of Resources and Metadata Management Unit.

Professional Development:

• Maintains currency with developments in library service and collection development and management.
• Commits to learning and self-improvement, adding value to Cornette Library and West Texas A&M University through attendance at Cornette Library’s Professional Learning Community (PLC) and through other professional avenues such as membership in professional organizations, conferences, webinars, podcasts, professional literature, presentations and/or publishing.

Professional Service:

• Serves as liaison to one or more academic departments.
• Participates in maintenance of library collections in liaison area(s) through evaluation, weeding, and selection of resources in consultation with faculty and library Collection Development Committee.
• Serves on Cornette Library committees. May also participate in university committees and/or regional, State, and national library or library related professional committees.
• Demonstrates contributions to the profession through such things as membership in library or library related professional organizations, scholarly publication and/or presentations.
• This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.  Other duties as assigned.

Necessary Qualifications:

• MLS, MSLS, or MLIS from an ALA-accredited program
• Three (3) years of library-related experience with two (2) years’ experience working in a library managing collections.
• Customer service experience.
• Supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of collection development principles.
• Knowledge in the use of library resources, including reference tools and the processes of research and information retrieval.
• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively with others.
• Strong soft skills: teamwork and collaboration, professionalism or work ethic, oral and written communication, and critical thinking or problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable/flexible with the ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment, while meeting deadlines.
• Experience using a wide variety of platforms, hardware, and software, including but not limited to: office productivity software (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel), Microsoft Windows, Integrated Library Systems (ILS) and discovery services.
• Knowledgeable about various subject areas; expertise extends to evaluating information sources for their relevance to the University curriculum and Panhandle area
• Ability to move medium weight boxes, books, heavy book truck or similar items*.
• May require working evenings and weekends.
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in related field
• Six (6) years of experience working in an academic library.
• Experience working in library circulation/access services.
• Experience using ILS, Alma/Primo.
• Experience with the Springshare Suite of tools.
• Experience working with donors.
• Experience with metadata management.
• Demonstrated experience building collections & collection development policies in an academic library.
• Strong customer service ethic.
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in academic librarianship, scholarship, and/or technologies.

Applicant Instructions:

Please include the following with your application:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three references

Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application.  Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission.  If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at hr@wtamu.edu.

Texas law requires all males age 18 through 25 to be properly registered with the Selective Service System.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Eureka Springs, Arkansas

The Carroll and Madison Library System (CAMALS) is seeking a full-time Regional Library Director to plan, direct, and coordinate all activities of the CAMALS regional office to best serve the needs of the member libraries, their communities, and our two counties.

CAMALS serves six small, rural public libraries located in Carroll and Madison counties in northwest Arkansas. CAMALS regional office staff members are considered employees of Carroll County, Arkansas, with employee benefits provided by Carroll County including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term disability insurance, APERS Retirement (Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System), ten paid holidays, and vacation and sick leave.  Salary commensurate with education and experience.  Please read the full job description at:  www.camals.org

Applications are available online at www.camals.org  and are due by January 31, 2025.  To apply, send a cover letter addressed to the CAMALS Board of Trustees, a completed job application, a current resume, and a list of three professional references to CAMALS Board member Peggy Lodewyks by email to lodewyks.peggy@gmail.com or by US Mail:  Mrs. Peggy Lodewyks, 19 Bobwhite Lane, Holiday Island, AR 72631. 

The Carroll and Madison Library System and Carroll County are equal opportunity employers.

North Little Rock, Arkansas

Salary: Starts at $17 per hour, may increase based on education and experience

Join the North Little Rock Public Library System as a Mobile Services Community Educator and help bring the library experience into the heart of the community with Rover, the Mobile Library. Under the guidance of the Mobile Services Branch Manager, you’ll deliver engaging programs like story times and technology classes, offer exceptional customer service, and operate Rover to bring library services citywide. This position also includes coordinating schedules, maintaining records, and collaborating with other departments and community organizations.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, and an MLS is preferred. Spanish fluency is preferred. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring travel, physical activity, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Additional driver’s training will be provided. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, paid holidays, personal time, and a pension plan.

Submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@nlrlibrary.org.

Little Rock, Arkansas

The Central Arkansas Library System is seeking a full-time (40 hrs. per week) Adult Programmer to work weekday hours, with some evenings and Saturdays at the Williams Library (1800 Chester St., Little Rock, AR, 72206).

The candidate should be energetic, flexible, and team-oriented with a strong commitment to public service to create and implement programs for adults, while working in a diverse and inclusive environment. Duties for this position include working the public service desk, answering patron questions, and assisting patrons on computers and devices; planning, organizing, and leading in-branch and outreach programs for adults, as well as assisting with after school crowd control.

A successful candidate would be able to establish partnerships in the community, lead educational and entertainment programs for adult and older adult audiences, collaborate with other departments and organizations to develop creative and enriching programming for our patrons, and develop positive relationships with staff and patrons. An optimistic attitude and a strong sense of teamwork are required. Experience with adult programming and familiarity with literature and popular media desirable. Spanish language skills a plus, but not required.

Pay starts at $16.47 and includes excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, company paid pension, life insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave and holiday pay. 

Submit application and resume to Latina Sheard at williamslibraryjobs@cals.org, with Adult Programmer in the subject line. Position open until filled.

https://cals.org/job-opportunities

Sherwood, Arkansas

Amy Sanders Library (10200 Johnson Dr., Sherwood, AR 72120) seeks a positive, proactive individual to join our team as Assistant Branch Manager / Adult Programmer.  This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in leadership, project management, and working with adult learners. Essential duties of this position include (1) assisting the Branch Manager with management functions such as scheduling, supervision, and staff development; (2) modeling excellent communication and customer service skills; (3) performing functions associated with a public library environment such as circulation, guest services, instructional assistance, and administrative reporting; (4) executing all aspects of library activities and events for adults, including program development, marketing and promotion, implementation, and analysis.

Candidates must be able to reach, lift, push and pull up to 50lbs, and be able to stand for periods of time. Schedule will include some nights and every other Saturday. Spanish language skills a plus, but not required. 

Salary range starts at $39,520/yr. and includes excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, company paid pension, life insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and holiday pay.

Send resume and application to Alison McKee at: sanderslibraryjobs@cals.org,  with the subject line “Assistant Branch Manager.”  Position open until filled.

https://cals.org/job-opportunities