County Librarian – Leitrim County Council (Clár Tagartha: 25240900)

📋 Job Description

Role Overview
Leitrim County Council seeks an experienced and visionary County Librarian to plan, develop, and manage library services across County Leitrim. Reporting to the Director of Service, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management to ensure the service meets diverse educational, cultural, digital, and community needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and implement strategic objectives, policies, and plans for library services.
• Oversee operational delivery, including staff coordination, programme development, and budget management.
• Lead innovation in digital services, STEAM programming, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with cultural, educational, and voluntary organisations to extend service reach.
• Ensure compliance with national and local library development plans, delivering value for money.
• Foster a customer-focused, inclusive, and accessible library environment.

Essential Skills & Experience
A full list of essential qualifications and experience is available in the information booklet. Applicants must demonstrate:

• Professional library qualification and significant senior management experience.
• Leadership, strategic planning, and team‑management skills.
• Proven ability to deliver digital innovation and community‑focused programmes.
• Strong financial, organisational, and communication competencies.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive public services.

What We Offer

• A supportive and progressive workplace committed to staff development, wellbeing, and family‑friendly initiatives.
• A vibrant county with growing cultural, digital, and community opportunities.
• The chance to lead library services in an organisation known for innovation and public value.

How to Apply
Please refer to Reference ID 25240900 and apply via PublicJobs.
Closing Date: 3 pm, Thursday 19th June 2025
Useful Link: PublicJobs.ie