Outreach, Programming, and Marketing Manager, Bixby Memorial Free Library, Vergennes, VT

Opening Date: 05/19/2025               Closing Date: 06/30/2025

The Bixby Library Outreach, Programming, and Marketing Manager (Community Engagement Manager) ensures the vibrancy, relevance, cohesiveness, and effectiveness of the library’s communications tools and channels. They will orchestrate high-quality adult programming and events, leveraging indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, books, digital and community resources, the Library of Things, historical collections, artwork, Vermont Collection, and more. They will identify and forge mutually-beneficial partnerships with key community, state, regional, and national organizations and volunteers to leverage library resources to better the lives of the people in our five-town rural Champlain Valley, Vermont community, especially with those who might benefit the most from library resources. And they will assist the Director in identifying, applying for, and managing grants to support the operational and strategic objectives of the Bixby.

Desired Qualifications: BA or BS requiredMLIS or Certificate in Public Librarianship from the Vermont Department of Libraries (or intent to pursue) is desired.Familiarity, passion for, and/or professional experience in a public library setting, and the role and importance of public librariesDemonstrated results in creating engaging, successful programming and eventsMarketing and graphic design expertise, including web, social, experiential, word-of-mouth, visual, and emailFacility with current productivity and creative platformsAttention to detail, excellent written and verbal skillsEffective public speaking and facilitation skillsCare, compassion, and the ability to relate to othersPositive, can-do team player and collaboratorWell-organized planner and effective time managementStrong sense of humor, resourcefulness, and resiliencyGrant writing and management experience desired, or enthusiasm to learn

Salary / pay rate: $19 - $20/hour, depending on experience/expertise
Hours per week: 25
Employment Type: Part-Time

Contact Name: Catharine Hays
Contact Email and/or number: [email protected].
Online application and/or full job listing link(s): https://bixbylibrary.org/job-opening-outreach-programming-and-marketing-manager/

Library Director, Durham County, North Carolina

Opening Date: 05/19/2025                    Closing Date: 06/16/2025

Durham County, located in the Research Triangle Region of North Carolina, is home to Research Triangle Park (RTP) and is one of the most economically competitive regions in the world. Within Durham County boundaries are six townships, seven unincorporated communities, two census designated communities, and parts of two Towns (Chapel Hill and Morrisville). With the City of Durham as the county seat, the county includes both urban and rural settings and must strive to balance the needs of its community members. Consistently ranked among the top places to live, work, and play, Durham is a magnet for talent, which helps attract innovative companies working in high-growth industries. The population of Durham County is over 337,000 and highly diverse.The Durham County Library System is a vital community resource dedicated to fostering lifelong learning, literacy, and cultural enrichment for residents of all ages. With a strong commitment to accessibility and inclusiveness, the library system operates multiple branches throughout the county, providing a wide range of services and programs that meet the diverse needs of the community. Consistently rated by residents as the highest-performing service provided by the County in the annual Resident Satisfaction Survey, the Library has also received national accolades for its cutting-edge initiatives, innovative programs and outstanding service.The Library Director is responsible for providing leadership and guidance in the management of the library system. This role involves formulating long-range goals for the organization, developing policies, and supervising professional, technical, and clerical staff. The Library Director works under the direction of the Assistant County Manager. As we embark on the search for our next Library Director, it’s important to highlight the essential functions that define this pivotal role within our organization. The Library Director will play a crucial part in the effective management and continuous improvement of our library system, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of our community while fulfilling its mission. It is important to emphasize the essential functions and collaborative nature of this key leadership role. The Library Director will be an integral member of the County Extended Leadership Team, engaging frequently with Department Heads on a variety of important topics, including security and building construction.

Please apply online: 

 https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/durham-county-nc-library-services-director

more information on this position, contact:Lissa Barker, Senior Vice [email protected]

Desired Qualifications: The minimum education and experience requirements for this position are:• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school.• Eight (8) years of professional library or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.• Two (2) years of supervisory experience is required.

Executive Director, Virginia Library Association, VA

The Virginia Library Association (VLA) Executive Board seeks a transformative and energetic professional to become the organization’s next Executive Director and lead VLA to continued success. The Virginia Library Association is committed to supporting all Virginia libraries and increasing membership value by enhancing library services, supporting library staff, and promoting the profession of librarianship to advance literacy and learning while ensuring equitable access to information throughout the Commonwealth. The next Executive Director will be an influential leader who possesses political savvy and strong advocacy skills to engage with legislators and stakeholders. The Executive Director will manage two staff members, a Manager of Communications and Member Engagement and a Bookkeeper. VLA is supported by membership dues, program fees, income from the Annual Conference, other Association events (Professional Associates, The Innovative Library Classroom, etc.) and conferences, investments, Jobline, and fundraising programs to support the organization’s goals. The ideal candidate will be visible in and accessible to the Virginia library community, while being committed to enhancing and uplifting the efforts of library professionals across the state. 

Key initiatives for the Executive Director include actively engaging with legislators about intellectual freedom and for increased funding to Virginia libraries, bringing professionals together and overseeing all business operations and logistics of the VLA Annual Conference, coordination of VLA Executive Committee nominations and elections, helping to create a more diverse and inclusive membership, internally collaborating with VLA's Manager of Communications and Member Engagement to further the mission of the organization, streamlining processes and improving workflows, advocating for libraries of all types at the state level, and impressing upon the legislature the importance and relevance of libraries. 

Responsibilities: The Executive Director serves as the organization’s chief administrator by providing management and oversight for all programs and initiatives and acts as the key spokesperson and the face of the organization. The Executive Director oversees the annual nomination and election process to select Executive Committee members and is the primary liaison to all internal and external partners/stakeholders, government officials, and the larger community of library-oriented organizations, professionals, and associates. This individual is responsible for the creation and distribution of all the association publications, developing and presenting an annual budget plan, policy development and revision, and proposed by-law changes to the Executive Committee for approval. The Executive Director may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in the job description. 

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess five or more years of progressively more responsible experience in libraries, with management, administrative and/or executive level experience for at least three of those years. A Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university or CAE Certification is preferred. A combination of library and/or association executive experience and certification will also be considered. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, strength in advocacy, management skills, accounting savvy, and be self-motivated to envision a plan for the organization. A commitment to diversity and excellence is a must. 

Compensation: The hiring salary range is $95,000 – $115,000 (negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) with insurance incentive and an excellent fringe benefits package. 

For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates (https://bradburymiller.com/). Apply with a meaningful cover letter and resume via our application portal   (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by clicking on the position followed by the apply button.

This position closes on Sunday, June 15, 2025.