Library Director

WAGE: $61.76 - $95.73 DEPARTMENT: Library BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, 401k match, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness PERSONNEL STATUS: Full Time FLSA & Merit Exempt IMPORTANT NOTE: Please submit a current resume and a thoughtful cover letter showing your leadership philosophy and vision for public library service. Also include in your submittal three current professional references who can speak to your leadership experience and qualifications for this position. References should include current library supervisor, governing authority, elected official, board chair, or other individual to whom you currently directly report. References will be contacted only if you are being seriously considered for appointment. JOB OVERVIEW: Weber County Library System is seeking an experienced, innovative, and community-minded professional to serve as its next Library Director. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a highly regarded public library system serving approximately 278,000 Weber County residents through five library locations and a workforce of more than 170 employees. The Library Director is the chief executive and senior professional librarian of the Weber County Library System. Reporting to the Library Board of Trustees and county officials, the Director provides executive leadership for library services, personnel, finances, facilities, collections, technology, programs, and community relations. The ideal candidate will bring strong public library experience, sound administrative judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a complex organization while maintaining a clear focus on public service and measurable results. We are looking for a director who balances a deep passion for librarianship with the mindset of an executive, someone who sees budgets, modern facilities, and evolving technologies as creative tools to empower our community. You will oversee: Exceptional "Third Space" Facilities: Our five unique locations are designed for hands-on experimentation and community gathering. They feature incredible public amenities including black box theaters, modern makerspaces, tech labs, art galleries, cafes, and outdoor amphitheaters. A Talented, Passionate Workforce: You will lead a dedicated team of more than 170 professionals and support staff spanning public service, technical processing---including cataloging and acquisitions---IT, operations, marketing, and administration. Together, this collaborative workforce is excited to partner with you to continually rethink and elevate what public service can achieve. Rich Collections & Intellectual Freedom: We steward more than 757,000 physical items alongside a rapidly growing digital catalog. Our collections directly reflect our core commitment to education, intellectual freedom, equity, and diverse perspectives. A Natural Culture of Innovation: From being early automation pioneers to deploying our custom BrAIny artificial intelligence services in 2026, our library is an evolving learning platform that shapes how our community works, creates, and communicates. Strong, Stable Fiscal Foundation: Backed securely by property taxes, our 2026 operating budget is $17.2 million, complemented by a Capital Improvement Fund of more than $3,000,000. As the Library's fiscal officer, you will have the financial runway to maintain excellence and plan meaningfully for the future. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Director provides executive leadership and strategic direction for a dynamic, five-location county library system, working closely with the Library Board of Trustees, county leadership, employees, and the community to advance the Library's mission and long-term success. The position leads sys temwide planning, policy implementation, budgeting, collections, facilities, technology, public services, communications, and o ganizational development while ensuring responsible stewardship of public resources and compliance with applicable laws and professional standards. As the Library's chief executive and public representative, the Director builds strong community and governmental partnerships, champions intellectual freedom, identifies opportunities for innovation and funding, and positions the Library to meet the evolving needs of Weber County residents. Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class. Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversight of the county library system and its 170+ employees Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, discipline, and act to dismiss, retain, or promote a competent professional workforce for the achievement and delivery of superior library service Analyze workflow, scheduling, and use of leave EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Education: A Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association-accredited program is required. Experience: A proven record of progressive leadership in a public library system of significant size and complexity, with a minimum of 10 years of professional library experience, including at least eight years of administrative experience overseeing personnel, budgets, services, and, preferably, multi-site facilities. Preferred Education and Experience: A second Master's degree in Public Administration (MPA) or an equivalent degree is highly valued, particularly with preparation in organizational leadership, finance, and operations. Executive leadership experience, including demonstrated experience working with elected officials and governing boards, may also be considered. Please submit a current resume and a thoughtful cover letter showing your leadership philosophy and vision for public library service. Also include in your submittal three current professional references who can speak to your leadership experience and qualifications for this position. References should include current library supervisor, governing authority, elected official, board chair, or other individual to whom you currently directly report. References will be contacted only if you are being seriously considered for appointment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA): Knowledge of: Substantial working knowledge of public library trends, theories, and major services and programs Substantial working knowledge of the principles and practices of library science including reference services, collection development, readers' advisory service, cataloging, and technology services Substantial demonstrated experience with the provision of library services to all demographics, including the elderly, children, students, adult learners, and those living in poverty Substantial working knowledge of public service management theory and practice, including customer satisfaction, strategic planning for results, staff development and supervision, time management, organizational skills, community relations, and publicity and promotion techniques Thorough knowledge of and ability to develop and interpret library board policies and administrative procedures Understanding of the relationships and responsibilities of library divisions and buildings Understanding of library vision, mission, and roles (guiding principles), and the general role of public libraries within a community Understanding of librarianship and its foundational documents, including the Library Bill of R ights, Code of Ethics, and the Freedom to Read Statement Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to employ management techniques effectively in directing, planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating, budgeting, and evaluating the library's