Interim Library Director Job at Atrium, Newark, NJ

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  • Atrium
  • Newark, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule: 40 hours/week

Duration: 3–6 months

Compensation: Approximately $55 per hour

What the Role Involves

As the Library Director, you’ll provide visionary leadership and manage all facets of library operations. Responsibilities include:

  • Strategic planning, budgeting, and policy development
  • Overseeing staffing, recruitment, and performance evaluation
  • Leading collection development, programming, and community engagement
  • Ensuring daily operations, facilities oversight, and public services run smoothly
  • Reporting to and collaborating with the Board, preparing reports and updates
  • Advocating for the library within municipal and regional networks

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have:

  • A Master’s in Library/Information Science (ALA-accredited)
  • Significant experience in library administration, including budget and personnel management
  • A track record of strategic leadership, community outreach, and partnering with governance bodies
  • Strong familiarity with public library operations and standards common across NJ, as defined in NJLA roles

Why Apply?

  • Lead with autonomy and impact in a well-respected community institution
  • Direct engagement with the Board as a finalist, enhancing leadership visibility
  • Flexible yet structured contract—ideal for seasoned professionals seeking meaningful short-term leadership roles
  • Immediate start and clear timeline to guide and grow the library forward

Requisition Disclaimer

This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements .

By applying for this position you agree to the Atrium Terms and Conditions. Agreeing to these terms, includes permission to use the email address and mobile phone number you provide during the application process or throughout the duration of your prospective or actual employees to notify you of job openings, profiles, articles, news, and other employment-related information, as well as to notify you of special promotions or additional products and services offered by us or our affiliates and partners (collectively, “Atrium Alerts”). Atrium Alerts may be sent by email, phone or text message. Your personal information will be safely stored in our database. Atrium does not sell your personal information to third parties. Text message and data rates may apply. To OPT OUT of text messaging or to modify your communication preferences for Atrium Alerts at any time, please contact us at privacyadministrator@atriumstaff.com.

As a woman-owned firm, Atrium values diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Interim role, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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