Library Director Job at Fullerton Police Department in Fullerton

Job Overview

Apply for the Library Director position at the City of Fullerton.

Salary: Up to $192,781 annually (3% increase effective July 4, 2026) and future general salary increases.

Location: Fullerton Main Library and Hunt Branch.

Report to: Library Board of Trustees and City Manager’s Office.

Department: 24 regular employees; operating budget of approximately $4.9 million.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities of the Fullerton Main Library and Hunt Branch.
• Provide strategic leadership and ethical decision‑making for a multi-faceted library organization.
• Collaborate with the Library Board of Trustees, City Manager’s Office, and staff.
• Develop and monitor departmental budget and financial reports.
• Oversee public communication and public speaking duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years recent, continuous, progressively responsible professional public library experience, including three years at a mid‑management or supervisory level.
• Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university and a master’s degree in library science or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work well with diverse community stakeholders.

Application Details

• Position will remain open until filled; first review date: November 10, 2025.
• Submit resume indicating exact employment dates, size, and budgets managed via the CPS website.
• All employment offers are conditional upon background check completion and fingerprint verification.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The City of Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical condition, or other non‑job related factors. The City is committed to accessibility for individuals with qualified disabilities and will accommodate reasonable requests.

Seniority Level

• Director

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Government Administration