Overview
Library Director – Shreve Memorial Library (LA)
The Shreve Memorial Library (LA) Board of Control is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic library leader to help shape a vision for the library’s future as its next Library Director. Shreve Memorial Library has 22 physical locations (21 branches and an administrative center), a mobile library, and a staff of 154 full-time equivalents. The library serves Caddo Parish, which has a population of over 240,000 residents. The library hosts successful large-scale annual events such as Author Faires, the Children’s Book Festival, and One Book One Parish, and partners with community programs to contribute services towards events like ArtBreak. Key initiatives for this role include fostering a positive staff culture of inclusivity, implementing a recently drafted technology plan, executing a system-wide capital improvement plan, building upon existing community partnerships, and forging new connections to create additional opportunities for library users to dream, discover, and do.
Shreveport sits in northwest Louisiana and is the state’s third-largest city. It’s a hub for education, business, and culture in the Ark-La-Tex region, where Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas meet. As the seat of Caddo Parish, Shreveport also stretches into Bossier Parish and borders Bossier City. These two cities, often called the twin cities, offer many amenities for both residents and visitors. Overlooking the Red River, Shreveport has plenty of entertainment, from theaters and museums to local food and casinos. The city hosts festivals and events all year, including the Mudbug Madness Cajun Festival, Mardi Gras parades, and Red River Revel Arts Festival. Several colleges and universities are based here, including Centenary College, LSU Shreveport, Louisiana Tech, Louisiana Baptist University, Bossier Parish Community College, and Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College.
Responsibilities
- The ideal candidate will direct the operations of the 21-branch library system; develop and recommend library policies to the library board of control; play a leading role in tax elections, bond issues, and other funding initiatives; manage a detailed budget and communicate fiduciary needs to the board.
- Develop the overall vision, goals, and objectives of the library; be heavily involved in capital programs; analyze and improve the library’s public services, facilities, technology, staff development, and update the library board on current methods and trends.
- Additional responsibilities include making decisions concerning personnel, application of policies, and maintenance of facilities, systems, and grounds.
- The director will represent the library in the community and at other governmental and professional organizational meetings, and will cultivate a courteous, competent, customer-focused environment that is welcoming to the public.
- For a full listing of responsibilities, see the job description link on the Bradbury Miller Associates website.
Qualifications
- MLIS (Master of Library and Information Science) or MLS (Master of Library Science) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution.
- At least five years of full-time professional experience reflecting increasing responsibility, including at least two years in an administrative capacity (e.g., director of a medium-sized library system or assistant/associate director of a large library system).
- Must have certification by the Louisiana Board of Library Examiners or be able to attain certification within the first year of employment.
- Must have a good driving record with no DWI violations within the past five years and no other moving violations within the past year.
Compensation
The hiring salary range is $100,000 – $140,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications) and an excellent fringe benefits package.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal by selecting the position and then the “Apply” button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates. This position closes on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
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