Library Director - Library Center of the Ozarks (MO)
Job Description:
Library Director – Library Center of the Ozarks (MO)
The five-member Library Center
of the Ozarks Board
of Trustees seeks an innovative and proven community-building leader as its
next Library Director. In 2023, voters in the county’s subdistrict approved a tax
levy to transition the 90-year-old privately funded Taneyhills Library to the
newly-established Library Center of the Ozarks—the district’s first
publicly-funded community library. The Library Center of the Ozarks currently operates
a standalone 18,561 square foot location with a cohesive team of 11 full-time
equivalents, serving the residents of the Branson and Hollister school
subdistricts. This is a unique opportunity to continue growing a newer public
library system from the ground up—building the team and cultivating community
relationships. The new Library Director will be a connector, consensus builder,
and communicator, capable of translating the value and vision of the library’s future
as a vibrant community asset, with the potential for library service expansion in
the region. Key initiatives include bolstering community partnerships, creating
an inaugural strategic plan, and leading planning for new facilities that will
adequately address the needs of a growing and diverse population.
Branson and Hollister, Missouri, sit in the heart of the
Ozarks, just to the south of Springfield and offers a unique blend of
opportunity, charm, and natural beauty. Branson is vibrant and lively, known
for its family-friendly entertainment, dining, and access to stunning lakes and
outdoor recreation, all surrounded by the rolling Ozark Hills. Just minutes
away, Hollister provides a quieter, small-town atmosphere with strong schools,
a close-knit community, and historic character, while still giving residents
easy access to Branson’s amenities, including the world-class theme park of
Silver Dollar City and the enduringly breathtaking Big Cedar Lodge. Together,
the two towns create a balance—whether you enjoy the energy of a bustling
tourism hub or the peace of a slower-paced neighborhood, you’ll find both
within reach, making the area a welcoming place to live, work, and enjoy life.
Responsibilities: The ideal candidate will be responsible for short- and
long-term planning and directing, and coordinating all activities of the
library system, including finance, personnel, programs and services, collection
development, facilities, equipment, government and community relations, and
public relations. This position will provide fiscal management, prepare budgets,
and oversee operational expenses; hire personnel; develop and recommend policies
to the Board of Trustees; ensure proper communication of library happenings to
staff and community; and collaboratively consult with the board, the staff, and
key stakeholders in planning for the library’s future. This individual will
file reports as required by the Missouri State Library for library
certification and compliance; oversee the facilities' maintenance and repair;
promote the Library of the Ozarks to community organizations, business
partners, county commissioners, local government officials, the Missouri State
Library, and professional library associations. For a full listing of
responsibilities, see the linked job description below.
Qualifications: The minimum qualifications for this role are an
ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library and Information Science; three (3) or
more years of progressively responsible work in a public library; and two (2)
or more years of experience as a supervisor or manager. An understanding of Missouri
public library governance structures and funding is a plus. Experience with
governing boards, construction/renovation, and strategic planning are
preferred.
Compensation: The hiring salary range is $90,000 – $115,000, (with
placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an
excellent fringe benefits package. Interested candidates should submit their
resume through the application portal
(https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by selecting the position and
then the “Apply” button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates (https://bradburymiller.com/). This position closes
on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Visit our website
(https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) to access the latest version of
this announcement in full, along with all related links.
Application link or email address: https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/
Salary range or hourly wage: $90000-$115000
MLS required: Yes, an MLS is required.
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