Job Opportunity Notice

Plans, coordinates, and supervises the Chesterfield County Library System in the rural county of Chesterfield, SC. Duties include the administration and financial responsibility and is responsible to the Board of Trustees for implementing policies and services. Coordinates the activities of libraries, trustees, and other interested groups toward the establishment, organization, and administration of the Chesterfield County Library program. Responsible for the daily management of the Chesterfield County Library System, which include planning improved services; discussing needs, problems, and concerns with staff members; authorizing payment of bills, signing vouchers; and performing other routine administrative duties. Plans, develops, and implements programs for countywide library service. Prepares and submits reports requested by the Library Board or other agencies. Maintains close liaison with county and local officials, community leaders and civic groups. Prepares the annual budget for submission to the Library Board and the County Council. Formulates programs and draft proposals for federal grants, maintains responsibility for the expenditure of grant funding as well as the evaluation of results.

Attends all Library Board meetings ex-officio and submits recommendations on library policies and services. Is directly responsible for the implementation of the Board’s policies. Acts as liaison between the County Library System and the SC State Library. Minimum Education & Requirements: Master’s degree in library science (MLS) from a graduate library program accredited by the American Library Association and at least three years of professional public library experience, preferably in an administrative and/or managerial/supervisory capacity. Must be eligible for or possess a professional certificate from the SC State Library and must have a valid South Carolina driver’s license.

Please submit a letter of introduction, resume, and three professional references to director@chesterfieldcountysc.com. 

Official transcripts and a completed Chesterfield County job application required upon job offer. Applicants may be required to complete pre-employment testing.