Director of Mobile Library Services | The Gail Borden Public Library

Posted on Jul 9, 2025

Gail Borden Public Library is looking for a dynamic, positive, creative, and experienced Librarian to join our versatile, cross-trained, ten-member Mobile Library Services Department. The successful individual in this position will be a reliable, motivated, and energetic leader who is passionate about serving our 145,000 district residents across 65 square miles.

In this role you will:

  • Lead and manage Mobile Services staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Oversee a variety of engaging mobile services in the community, including Home Services, Digital Equity, Elementary School Services, Early Literacy, Bookmobile and Book Bike.
  • Oversee vehicles and operations at the Davis Rd. Annex, home of the Mobile Library Services Department.

Requirements

  • MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited library school preferred.
  • Minimum of five years of experience in a public library position including supervisory experience.
  • Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or Class C License, preferred.
  • Minimum of one year experience driving a large vehicle or school bus, preferred.
  • Must have a safe driving record for a minimum of five years.
  • Customer service experience.
  • Library ILS and library outreach experience a plus.
  • Spanish language a plus.

Salary

$80,000 to $85,000 per year. Offers are made within this range based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Plus benefits.**

Location

The Gail Borden Public Library
270 N Grove Ave.
Elgin, IL 60120
United States

How to apply

Please review the full job description and consider joining our award-winning Library!

Click here to download the Application and save as a pdf file.
Submit a cover letter, resume, and the Employment Application to jobs@gailborden.info

Please click here for benefit information.**

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