Employment

The Carbon County (Wyoming) Library system is seeking a full time Library Director. This position is

responsible for the day to day administration and management of the library system, and plays an active

role in policy development and strategic planning.

The Library Director works closely with the Library Board and a dedicated team of about 12 employees

to provide library services to the 14,000 residents of Carbon County.

The Carbon County Library System is headquartered in Rawlins, Wyoming, and maintains six additional

branch libraries around the county. After completing a total remodel and move in the summer of 2021,

the Rawlins Library now offers a modern and desirable library experience for patrons and employees

alike.

The ideal candidate will have an MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program. A bachelor’s degree or

enrollment in a program leading to a bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred. This position requires

excellent leadership and communication skills, strategic thinking, an innovative and flexible mindset,

knowledge of current library trends and technologies, and the ability to lead a team scattered around a

rural county.

This FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act) exempt position has a starting salary of $50,000 and up, depending

on experience. Benefits include Wyoming Retirement, paid vacation/sick leave and paid holidays.

See the job description below for more information about the position.

Apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to the Carbon County Library System Board of Directors,

care of the Interim Library Director: director@carbonlibraries.org.

First review of applications will be December 17, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.

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