• Library Director - Sioux City Public Library (IA)

    Sioux City Public Library (IA)

  • Library/Organization Address

    529 Pierce Street
    Sioux City, Iowa 51101

  • Employment Type

    Full-time

  • Hourly Wage/Salary Range

    $116,000-$135,000

  • About the Organization

  • Job Description and Responsibilities

    Library Director – Sioux City Public Library (IA)

    The Sioux City Public Library (IA) Board of Trustees invites applications for the position of Library Director, an exceptional leadership opportunity to guide a dynamic, three-branch library system serving a diverse community of approximately 85,000 residents.

    The Sioux City Public Library is a cornerstone of the community, offering access to more than 300,000 physical and digital materials, innovative technology, and hundreds of educational and cultural programs each year. With an annual operating budget of approximately $4 million and a staff of over 30 dedicated professionals, the library provides vital resources that support literacy, workforce readiness, and lifelong learning.

    From the Main Library downtown to the Morningside and Perry Creek Branches, Sioux City Public Library serves as a welcoming space for curiosity, connection, and community growth.

    Reporting to the seven-member Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director provides strategic vision, administrative leadership, and fiscal oversight for all library operations. The director is responsible for managing personnel, budgeting, and facilities; implementing Board policy; and advancing the library’s mission to connect people and ideas to empower and enrich the community. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, collaborative leader who values public service, champions intellectual freedom, and fosters a culture of inclusion, creativity, and accountability.

    Sioux City offers the convenience and accessibility of a smaller city paired with a wide range of amenities. Its walkable downtown features local coffee shops, a seasonal farmers’ market, and diverse dining options. The city punches above its weight in live music and theater, with venues such as the Orpheum Theatre, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, and Tyson Events Center, supported by a vibrant local arts community. Just beyond the city lie the Loess Hills—a rare and scenic landform ideal for hiking and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, including museums, art centers, sports facilities, nature areas, bike trails, a BMX course, a tubing hill, and a new water park opening this year. Sioux City is within easy reach of larger metro areas and experiences all four seasons, allowing for year-round outdoor activities. With a strong sense of community, minimal traffic, and a reasonable cost of living, Sioux City is a comfortable and family-friendly place to live and work.

  • Minimum Requirements to Apply

    Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association-accredited program is required. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of progressively responsible public library management experience, including supervision, budgeting, and strategic planning. They will also have proven leadership, communication, and collaboration skills and a strong understanding of library operations, emerging technologies, and trends in public service. Residency within Sioux City is required within six months of hire.

  • Benefits Offered

  • Position Start Date

  • How to Apply

    Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume through the application portal (https://bradburymiller.com/current-clients/) by selecting the position and then the “Apply” button. For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates (https://bradburymiller.com/). This position closes on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

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