Outreach Department Manager, Springfield-Greene County Library, (Springfield, MO)
Posted February 5, 2026
Description
The Outreach Manager plays a critical role in fostering relationships and partnerships. This position involves developing and executing outreach programs, engaging with community leaders, and managing initiatives that enhance the library’s visibility and impact. The Outreach Manager acts as a liaison with community agencies and organizations serving the elderly, disabled, diverse and underserved populations to develop partnership opportunities. The Outreach Manager will collaborate with internal teams to create compelling messaging, coordinate events, and drive community engagement efforts. The ideal candidate will be skilled in communication, relationship-building, and strategic planning.
Responsibilities
- Manages staff and volunteers in the outreach department, including Mobile Library, Walking Books, off-site collections, youth outreach programs, Library Kiosks, senior services, and book stops
- Plans, implements, executes and evaluates outreach programs and services at sites throughout the community
- Coordinates library participation in community sponsored events, working closely with library staff to guide and support outreach efforts throughout the district
- Plans, coordinates and regularly participates in public speaking engagements to promote library services
- Develops partnerships through community networking meetings
- Prepares and monitors materials and equipment budget for branch; coordinates materials selection and collection development for special projects in the Outreach department (i.e. Racing to Read, Outreach, Stories for Life, large print materials for book clubs)
- Analyzes effectiveness and efficiency of services; adjusts when appropriate
- Ensures cleanliness and good physical condition of collection and vehicles with a focus on safety and accessibility
- Coordinates vehicle maintenance with the Building and Grounds department
- Interprets and implements the Library’s General Conduct Policy
- Consistently punctual for work and meetings. Completes assigned duties in a timely manner.
- Exemplifies professional attitude and demeanor while engaging constituents, including the ability to work and interact with others in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner.
- This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
- Master’s in Library and Information Science
- 2 years of public service experience preferred
- Supervisory experience preferred
Skills/Job Knowledge
- Excellent communication skills, oral and written
- Ability to interact pleasantly, constructively and cooperatively with library patrons and staff
- Effective problem solving and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of a broad range of library functions, programs and services
- Excellent organization skills
- Ability to effectively respond to problems and complaints with library patrons and or staff
- Computer and keyboard skills
- Ability to perform multiple tasks, and ability to train staff and patrons
Hours and Compensation
This is a full-time exempt position, approximately 40 hours per week. Schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, but some evenings and weekends will be required. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Library’s responsibility to the citizens of Greene County. Excellent Full-Time Benefits include vacation, sick and holiday pay, medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability insurances, and retirement plans.
Salary: $60,132.80
How to Apply
Apply at: https://www.thelibrary.org/right-sidebar/library-jobs
The position is open until filled.
Direct questions through e-mail to [email protected] or call 417 616-0589 Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm.