Library Director

The Leach Library Board of Trustees is seeking a new Director for its busy, mid-sized library in
Londonderry, New Hampshire. The Library Director reports to the Boards of Trustees and works
with a management team to facilitate, for example, personnel supervision, collection
development, and programming for all ages.

Londonderry is renowned for its excellent school system, proximity to a range of recreational
areas, and for its warm and friendly community. Serving a population of more than 27,000, the
library has an annual budget of over $1.6 million.

The job of Library Director is a full-time, 40 hours per week, exempt position with a hiring range
of $95,035.20-$105,000, commensurate with experience, and includes excellent benefits
outlined in the Leach Library Personnel Policy. This is an in-person position.
Minimum qualifications: Master's Degree, MLS, or MLIS preferred from an American Library
Association (ALA) accredited school, plus five years experience with at least three years
supervisory/management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and
experience. Essential skills include excellent internal and external communication that inspires
the community and motivates the dedicated staff. Previous experience with unions, strategic
planning, and capital projects is highly desirable. A complete job description is available at
LondonderryNH.gov.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a completed
employment application (available on the HR page of the Town of Londonderry website) via
email to [email protected]. Please follow these important instructions:

● Send all documents (cover letter, resume, and application) in ONE PDF document.
● The title of the document should be “Library Director - Your Name”.
● The subject line of the email should read “Library Director - Your Name”.
*No phone calls or in-person applicants, please.

**Applications are due by September 30, 2026 at 5:30 pm.