HCMPL’s Board of Trustees will meet for their monthly meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025 starting at 4:30 pm and the Madisonville location. 

 

 

 

 

 

Hopkins County-Madisonville Public Library 
Library Director Vacancy 

 

The Hopkins County-Madisonville Public Library, with a primary location in Madisonville, Kentucky and a branch library in Dawson Springs, Kentucky, is seeking a full-time Library Director.
The preferred candidate must be able to lead, manage, and work effectively with a team and possess excellent customer service skills. Must have an in-depth knowledge of library and general technology as well as strong written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate will understand principles and practices of professional library management and a broad knowledge of library materials, services, and operations. Must have strong analytical and organizational skills. This position requires adaptability.  

The Director of the Library reports to the Hopkins County-Madisonville Public Library Board of Trustees and responsibilities include the following:  

  • Works collaboratively with the Library Board and staff, community organizations and institutions, other libraries, government agencies, and the general public to provide high quality library service 
  • Oversees the development and implementation of customer-responsive library services 
  • Proposes, implements, interprets, and communicates the library’s mission, policies, and procedures 
  • Manages the library’s personnel including determining need, hiring, training, scheduling, monitoring, motivating, leading and evaluating staff directly or through their supervisor[s], and resolving problems 
  • Develops, recommends, and ensures the implementation of library and personnel policies and procedures
  • Leads the annual budget process, monitors the budget, prepares financial forecasts, pursues grant opportunities, prepares annual audit
  • Supervises the payroll and accounting process; ensures the financial integrity of the library
  • Initiates and coordinates strategic and short-term planning; evaluates library services and programs
  • Oversees collection development, programming planning and implementation, public relations efforts, website development, facilities/grounds maintenance and repair
  • Represents the library in the community, develops and maintains community partnerships that support the library’s mission
  • Researches issues, prepares reports, recommends policies
  • Completes all documents and reports required by KDLA as well as state and local government agencies
  • Prepares board agendas and materials for monthly and special board meetings
  • Develops and maintains an awareness of current library issues and trends
  • Carries out public service duties and responsibilities, as required
  • Performs related work as required and assigned for the efficient and effective operation of the library
  • Other responsibilities as assigned. 

 
Minimum Requirements 
Bachelor’s degree with the ability to obtain appropriate certification within five years required. Managerial and prior library experience preferred. See certification requirements: 
https://kdla.ky.gov/Library-Support/Library-Staff-Development/Documents/2023REV2021CertificationManual.pdf 
 
A valid driver’s license, satisfactory driving history, and personal transportation that can be used for business travel. 
 
Salary 
The salary will be determined based on education, experience, and qualifications. Salary range: $45,000-$69,000 
 
Benefits 
This position comes with a benefit package of paid health for the employee, paid time off, and paid holidays. Financial support to complete appropriate certification may be available. A sum to assist with relocation expenses may be available. 

How to Apply 
Please email hcmpldirectorsearch@gmail.com for an application. Please include a cover letter and current resume, along with names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references. Optional: one or more letters of reference. 
Verification of education and previous employment will be conducted along with a thorough background check on final candidates. 


Review of applications will start February 15, 2025

 

Locations

  • Madisonville Branch Exterior

    Madisonville Branch

    425 East Center Street
    Madisonville, KY 42431

    Tel: (270) 825-2680
    Fax: (270) 452-2451


    Hours

    Sunday – Monday: CLOSED
    Tuesday-Friday: 10:00 am-5:30 pm
    Saturday: 10:00 am-3:30 pm

  • Dawson Springs Branch Exterior

    Dawson Springs Branch

     103 West Ramsey Street
    Dawson Springs, KY 42408-1738

    Tel: (270) 797-8990
    Fax:
    (270) 797-8998


    Hours

    Sunday – Monday: CLOSED
    Tuesday-Friday: 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
    Saturday: 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.