Assistant Library Director, Ridgefield Library (Ridgefield, CT)

Posted March 24, 2026

Job Description

Due to retirement, the Ridgefield Library is seeking an energetic, experienced public library administrator with a track record of innovative public library service to join our exemplary staff as our new Assistant Library Director. Located in beautiful Ridgefield, CT, the Library serves an engaged community of 25,000 with a welcoming space and exceptional collections, programs and resources. The Assistant Library Director serves as the operational manager of the Library promoting a culture that reflects the Library’s values. Enables our staff to provide the highest level of library services by prioritizing staff development and support. Serves as a key member of the Administration team, drives innovation through the incorporation of current library issues, trends, programming and technology. Serves as a key member of Library community outreach efforts. Leads and coordinates programming across departments. Leads and coordinates Library communications and public relations. Key position in setting the future direction of the Library by working towards the goals and objectives embodied in the Library’s Strategic Plan.

Qualifications

MLS from ALA accredited school of library/information science; excellent communication skills; minimum of five years’ public library management experience showing progressive responsibility. Demonstrated exceptional management and communication skills, working in a team environment and commitment to staff development.

Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 40 pounds and ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds on wheels. This is a full-time, exempt salaried position.  Work is on site five days a week for a minimum of thirty-five hours per week. The demands of the position will require additional hours and occasional evening and weekend shifts. Salary range of $93,000 – $97,000 annually, dependent on experience, with an attractive benefit package, including health insurance, ample paid time off and 401K retirement savings plan with a generous organizational match.

How to Apply

Detailed job description available here. Please email meaningful cover letter and resume to Laura Zolotorofe, Executive Assistant/Facilities Manager, [email protected] by 5:00 PM no later than April  17, 2026.