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Assistant Director, Austin Public Library
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Library Services
Library Manager
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Library Services
Library Aide
- Fairfield, California
- Solano County, CA
$1,696.67 - $2,083.06 Biweekly
- Full Time
- Library Services
- Parks and Recreation
Librarian (Supervising)
- Fairfield, California
- Solano County, CA
$3,763.11 - $4,574.08 Biweekly
- Full Time
- Library Services
Special Education Program Paraprofessional
- Duluth, Minnesota
- DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
USD 20.86 - 23.48 per hour
- Education and Training
- Library Services
Special Education Program Paraprofessional
- Duluth, Minnesota
- DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
USD 20.86 - 23.48 per hour
- Education and Training
- Library Services
Special Education Paraprofessional - Student Specific
- Duluth, Minnesota
- DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
USD 20.86 - 23.48 per hour
- Education and Training
- Library Services
Special Education Paraprofessional - Student Specific
- Duluth, Minnesota
- DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
USD 20.86 - 23.48 per hour
- Education and Training
- Library Services
Special Education Program Paraprofessional - LTS
- Duluth, Minnesota
- DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
USD 20.86 - 23.48 per hour
- Education and Training
- Library Services
Special Education Program Paraprofessional
- Duluth, Minnesota
- DULUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
USD 20.86 - 23.48 per hour
- Education and Training
- Library Services
Paraprofessional Aide - TK/Kindergarten
- Madera, California
- MADERA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
20.65 - 26.97 Hourly
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Library Services
- Parks and Recreation
Library Technician
- Albany, California
- Alameda County
$37.60 - $44.65/hour; $73,320.00 - $87,067.50/year
- Full Time
- Library Services
Librarian III
- Modesto, California
- Stanislaus County, CA
$78,956.80 - $95,971.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Library Services
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- Modesto, California
- Stanislaus County, CA
$53,248.00 - $64,708.80 Annually
- Full Time
- GIS and Surveying
- Library Services
Library Page - Multiple Locations - June 2026
- Lakewood, Colorado
- Jefferson County
- Part Time
- Library Services
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- Inglewood, California
- CITY OF INGLEWOOD, CA
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- Los Angeles, California
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY
$106,260.96 - $165,257.52 Annually
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
- Administration and Management
- Library Services
Operations Page - Jefferson County Public Library
- Lakewood, Colorado
- Jefferson County
- Full Time
- Library Services
Ranger Specialist (Library)
- Escondido, California
- CITY OF ESCONDIDO, CA
$23.42 - $31.39 Hourly
- Part Time
- Library Services
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Cataloging Services Supervisor - Jefferson County Public Library
- Wheat Ridge, Colorado
- Jefferson County
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Library Services

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Assistant Director, Austin Public Library
- Austin, Texas United States
- City of Austin, TX
- May 31, 2026
- Full Time
City of Austin, TX

The City of Austin This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017. Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability. The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum. Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes. There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone. City Government The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms. The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin. The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.
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- Full Time
- May 31, 2026
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Job Description:

Assistant Director, Austin Public Library

Purpose:

Under the direction of the Director of Libraries, this position is accountable for the effective delivery of public library services to the citizens of the City of Austin, ensuring the efficient management, operation, and strategic alignment of all Public Services Divisions. These divisions include Central Library Services, Branch Library Services, Cataloging & Collection Management, the Office of Programs and Partnerships, and the Austin History Center.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Defines and communicates strategic vision for delivering library services to the community and directs the effective delivery of these services.
Directs the day-to-day operations of the Library's Public Services Divisions, directly supervising the managers of these divisions, and ensures continuous innovative improvements to systems and services.
Ensures that staff follows appropriate policies and procedures to select and maintain balanced library collections reflective of community interests and needs, and ensures compliance and adherence to the Library's mission and vision.
Ensures that high quality and engaging programs are developed and presented for customers of all ages.
Ensures that library staff participate in appropriate outreach opportunities to bring information regarding library materials, programs, and services to the community outside of library locations.
Supports the staff of the Austin History Center in their mission, ensuring that programs and exhibits highlight the resources of the Austin History Center and its role in preserving the history of the City of Austin.
Ensures all activities are performed in compliance with City of Austin and departmental policy, Local, State, and Federal regulations and laws governing activities.
Works with colleagues in other City departments to coordinate and avoid duplication of programs and achieve multiple outcomes.
Serves as the Executive Liaison to the Library Commission.
Builds relationships with and represents the Library to government, external agencies, regulatory bodies, the community, and the public.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of library and information science principles and practices, including policies, procedures, services, materials selection and acquisition and classification, office and library equipment, and public relations.
Knowledge of leadership, management, and supervision principles and practices.
Knowledge of current budgeting and personnel management practices.
Ability to learn and adapt to change.
Ability to recognize and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously in person, over the telephone, and via email communication with people of all ages in a business and public service context as well as with professional colleagues.
Ability to oversee library promotion and publicity, including the use of social media.
Skill and proficiency in establishing and maintaining open and honest communication with City and Library staff.
Skill in providing direction for employees to ensure efficient customer service.
Skill in the application of supervisory and management practices.
Skill in the analysis and interpretation of library issues.
Skill in training, mentoring, and coaching staff.
Skill in using computers and related software, including Microsoft Office products.
Skill in operations forecasting and strategy design and implementation.
Skill in projecting and formulating long-range goals for facility usage and expenditures.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City officials, representatives of business and governments, City employees, and the general public.
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation with a Master's degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university, plus six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in the library field, including four (4) years of experience in an upper management capacity.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience leading public-facing operations within a large, multi-branch urban library system.
Experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives related to community engagement, digital equity, intellectual freedom, or equitable access to public services.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative partnerships with community organizations, nonprofit foundations, educational institutions, and governmental stakeholders.
Experience presenting to executive leadership, governing bodies, boards, commissions, or community groups on complex or high-profile public issues.
Demonstrated success leading organizational change initiatives, innovative programming efforts, or service delivery improvements within a public service environment.

Notes to Candidate:

To view the detailed Recruitment Profile for this position, please click here.

To view the City of Austin recruitment video, please click here.

Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Austin Public Library

The award-winning Austin Public Library (APL) has been the community's premier source of knowledge, technology, and inspiration for nearly a century. It provides library programs, technology, collections, and space through its state-of-the-art Central Library, Austin History Center, and 20 library branches. It also provides services and resources out in the community through outreach and partnerships. Guided by its vision to be a model of equity, inclusion, access, and diversity, and its mission to inspire all to discover, learn, and create, APL continues to evolve as a vital public space serving the diverse needs of the Austin community.

Salary Range: The salary range is $148,000 to $158,000 annually.

Location: 710 W. César Chávez St, Austin, TX, 78701

Days and Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Monday - Friday.

*Hours may vary depending upon business needs. This position is on-site.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, community-centered leader with extensive experience in public library operations within a large, multi-branch urban library system. They are an engaging and politically savvy communicator who is comfortable serving as a public-facing representative at community meetings, commissions, and Council presentations. This leader brings a coaching-oriented management style, empowering division managers and staff while fostering an inclusive, service-driven culture that values intellectual freedom, equitable access, and civic engagement. The successful candidate will possess the strategic vision and emotional intelligence necessary to help guide the Austin Public Library into its next century of service, balancing innovation, community trust-building, and operational excellence.

The following core competencies are important for this role:
Leadership & People Development: Demonstrates a collaborative and coaching-oriented leadership style, with the ability to mentor division managers, build strong teams, and foster accountability across diverse public service operations.
Community Engagement & Public Communication: Skilled in public speaking and relationship management, with the ability to effectively engage community stakeholders, present before boards and commissions, and navigate sensitive public issues with professionalism and diplomacy.
Strategic Vision & Innovation: Brings the ability to help shape the future of library services through strategic planning, innovative programming, outreach initiatives, and long-range service delivery planning.
Political Savvy & Relationship Building: Able to build and sustain strong partnerships with community organizations, fundraising partners, elected officials, cross departmental and regional stakeholders while balancing diverse community perspectives and priorities.
Equity, Intellectual Freedom & Civic Engagement: Demonstrates a strong commitment to digital equity, civil discourse, intellectual freedom, and equitable access to library resources and services for all communities.
Operational & Multi-Branch Library Management: Possesses experience overseeing complex public-facing operations within a multi-branch library system, ensuring high-quality customer service, effective program delivery, and alignment with organizational goals and community needs.

What to Expect in the Role

The selected candidate will provide leadership for Branch Library Services, Central Library Services, Austin History Center, and Cataloging and Collection Management divisions, including four (4) direct reports serving as division managers of public services divisions while also working closely with support services, community programming and engagement, and strategic and administrative services teams.

The role includes responsibility for assistance with department general fund budget review, 250+ staff, daily program offerings, 24 library facilities, and equitable service delivery to over 1 million Austinites.

Initial priorities may include providing support for Austin Public Libraries’ centennial planning efforts, advancing the re-entry services initiative, overseeing capital improvement projects’ service impacts within branches, and promoting operational excellence within public services divisions. Key considerations include federal, state, and local political landscapes, organizational history, varying demographics, and social conditions resulting in diverse service demands and alignment with City of Austin priorities and pressures.

The selected candidate should be prepared to navigate these areas while supporting strong operations, employee engagement, community trust, and long-term service excellence.

Regarding Your Application:
A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Resume and Cover Letter are required and will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online Employment Application.
Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application.
This position requires a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI).
A first review of candidates will occur on June 29, 2026 . To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration.

Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act.

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JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer-we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles - Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity - that anchor our delivery of services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

What Makes the City of Austin Special?

Make a Difference : Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
Competitive Benefits : Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
Retirement Security : Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options : Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness : Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth : Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
Modern Workspaces : Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
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City of Austin, TX

The City of Austin

This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017.

Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability.

The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum.

Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes.

There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone.

City Government

The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms.

The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin.

The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.
City of Austin, TX
- Austin, Texas, United States
- https://austintexas.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/COA_Careers
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