Collection of about 40,000 with a support staff of nine.
Director reports to an autonomous, nine-member board of trustees.
Responsible for development and supervision of library staff and programs, budget preparation, collection development, management and upgrading of automation system. Successful candidate will possess strong leadership, management and communications skills and demonstrate a commitment to service and promotion of the library's expanding role in the community. Accredited MLS with at least three years of public library experience required. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plan and life insurance. Poplar Bluff is a progressive, county-seat city of 17,000 on the southeastern edge of the scenic Missouri Ozarks.