COSLA Job Board

COSLA maintains this listing of current employment opportunities at the nation's state library agencies, based on those that have been submitted by our members. Each listing includes the date on which it was added. Interested parties should pursue additional details via the individual state library agency.

 The Connecticut State Library is Hiring

Public Records Analyst (Librarian 2)
Salary: $78,296 - $101,215/year/Annually
Location: Hartford, CT
Closing Date: March 18, 2026 at 11:59pm EST

The Office of the Public Records Administrator is responsible for directing a records management program for all state agencies, quasi-public agencies and municipalities pursuant to CGS Section 11-8 and 11-8a. Under the general supervision of the Public Records Administrator, the Public Records Analyst will perform a wide variety of records management work which includes administering the Historic Documents Preservation Program for preservation and management of municipal records; municipal vault construction and modification oversight; and developing a records management program for state and municipal government agencies including policies, procedures, guidelines, consultation, and training. 

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 The Nevada State Library, Archives & Public Records is Hiring

Management Analyst 3 - Library Data and Compliance Analyst
Salary: $70,282.08 to $104,713.20/Annually
Location: Carson City, NV
Closing Date: March 2, 2026 at 11:59pm PST

The Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records (NSLAPR), a division within the Department of Administration, is seeking a Management Analyst 3 to serve as the Library Data and Compliance Analyst in Carson City. This position is responsible for providing compliance oversight, data analysis, fiscal insight, and policy guidance to support statewide library operations. Key responsibilities include administering library standards, managing staff certification processes, and tracking trustee training participation. The incumbent will maintain and analyze statewide library datasets, including the annual Public Library Survey, and produce reports and visual summaries for internal leadership and external stakeholders. Additionally, the analyst contributes to the Nevada State Data Center (SDC) by assisting state and local agencies in accessing and interpreting Census and demographic data. The role involves preparing, reviewing, and submitting contract and procurement documentation in coordination with authorized fiscal staff, monitoring program and grant expenditures, supporting strategic planning, and ensuring adherence to statutory and policy requirements. The position also develops internal risk assessments, collaborates across Library programs to align compliance, training, and program initiatives, and provides direct supervision of assigned staff, including performance feedback and evaluations.

Management Analysts conduct a variety of studies, research and analysis of management and administrative areas such as budgeting and financial analysis (versus bookkeeping); departmental operations such as forms, policies and workflow; legislative analysis; management research; and statistical and informational analysis. Incumbents make recommendations and assist in or implement new or revised procedures and systems.

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 The North Dakota State Library is Hiring

Grants and Data Coordinator
Salary: $5,083/Monthly
Closing Date: March 6, 2026

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed? Can you balance analytical skill, organization, and communication? North Dakota State Library is hiring a Grants and Data Coordinator to coordinate library grant programs, manage database and electronic resource subscriptions, and analyze statistical data for agency use.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be directly involved in programs that support NDSL’s mission: to strengthen and enhance ND libraries, connect people to reliable resources, and ignite lifelong learning.

What You’ll Do

You will support the mission of the North Dakota State Library by:

• Coordinating and administering NDSL federal, state, and private grant programs
• Reviewing grant applications, contracts, amendments, and reimbursement requests for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Developing, updating and maintaining grant guidelines, as well as identifying grant opportunities
• Coordinating the management and oversight of statewide and agency database subscriptions and electronic resources
• Developing, coordinating, and delivering trainings and professional development opportunities regarding grants and e-resources
• Providing trainings, technical assistance, and support for the Webgrants system
• Retrieving, formatting, and analyzing monthly usage statistics from vendors
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining systems for collecting, validating, and analyzing agency and library statistics
• Preparing and submitting data for required federal and state reports
• Managing and maintaining library-related databases, including a Microsoft Access database
• Collaborating with internal staff and libraries statewide to support data-informed decision-making and communications

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 The State Library of Wyoming is Hiring

Senior Librarian
Salary: $6,171.35 - $6,857.05/Monthly

The State Library is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader who believes in the power of libraries, information, and shared knowledge to ensure our Wyoming communities continue to flourish.

This position supports the administrative priorities of the State Librarian while helping shape the future of libraries across the state. Serving a key role in advancing the State Library’s mission, this leader promotes statewide library development, strengthens collaboration among libraries, and ensures equitable access to reliable, trusted information for all customers.

As a vital member of the agency’s Management Planning Team, this role provides strategic direction and high-level decision-making support and serves as Acting State Librarian when needed. The position also manages and implements federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) projects and funding, leveraging these resources to enhance library services, innovation, and outreach statewide.

The successful candidate will work closely with librarians, library boards, and library foundations, offering expert consultation on a wide range of topics that support strong governance, sustainable growth, and forward-thinking library services. This is an opportunity for a leader who values tradition and transformation alike—someone eager to champion libraries as living institutions where history, learning, and community thrive. 

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 The Idaho Commission for Libraries is Hiring

Deputy State Librarian
Salary: $73,674 - $98,218/annually
Closing date: March 8, 2026 at 4:59PM MT

As a member of the ICfL’s management team, the deputy state librarian contributes to the development and evaluation of the agency’s strategic plan, policies, procedures, and guidelines, including those related to team assignments and personnel. Other responsibilities include: the planning and evaluation of statewide development programs; the monitoring of funding; and the identification of issues, priorities, opportunities, and threats for the agency and the Idaho library community. The deputy state librarian will also hire, coach, and evaluate consultant and program staff.

Required qualifications include a Master’s of Library Science degree or a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of professional library experience.

The ICfL assists the more than 850 public, school, academic, and special libraries in Idaho to best serve their communities.

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The Pennsylvania Department of Education, Commonwealth Libraries is Hiring

State Librarian, Deputy Secretary of Libraries
Salary: $193,409/annually
Closing date: February 2, 2026

Are you passionate about leading the future of library services and shaping lifelong learning across the Commonwealth? The Department of Education, Commonwealth Libraries is searching for a forward-thinking leader eager to influence policy and expand access to knowledge. As a Deputy Secretary, you will advise the Secretary of Education and the Department’s senior team through administrative work, directing and improving library services in public, school, academic, and special libraries. Take advantage of this opportunity to influence public policy, guide innovation, and strengthen libraries across Pennsylvania!

In this role, you will be responsible for providing advice and counsel to the Secretary of Education on pending legislation that could affect the state’s libraries and recommending new legislation or regulations to achieve statewide library program goals and objectives. You will have the opportunity to utilize your extensive background to plan, direct, and coordinate the development, expansion, and improvement of library services and programs, while also overseeing the Office of Commonwealth Libraries, Bureau of State Library, and Bureau of Library Development. Having the ability to establish and maintain working relationships with institutions of higher education and professional development organizations will be essential to establish priorities on the training of librarians and library staff. Additional responsibilities include:

• Conducting studies of library problems throughout the state
• Recommending solutions to the Secretary regarding issues and making the findings available to all libraries
• Serving as a member of various boards and representing the Secretary of Education at meetings with the legislature, Commonwealth agencies, and other entities
• Promoting and supporting libraries throughout the state to increase services and resources
• Overseeing the allocation and administration of federal and state funds

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 The Massachusetts Library System is Hiring

Head of Library Advisory/Government Liaison, MBLC (Boston)
Salary: $85,967.00 - $132,295.00 / year

The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) seeks an experienced library professional to join our agency as the Head of Library Advisory and Development/Government Liaison. This is an opportunity to be part of a talented and dynamic team of professionals who support library services across the Commonwealth.

This position reports to the Director of the Board of Library Commissioners, supervises a team of Library and Advisory Development staff and consultants, and oversees the MBLC’s federal Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) program. The Head of Library Advisory and Development is a member of the agency’s management team, provides advisory services to public library directors, trustees, and friends; and serves as program manager for the agency’s electronic content services, including statewide databases and support for the state’s nine automated networks. The person in this role also works as the agency’s Government Liaison, establishing and maintaining relationships with elected officials in Boston and Washington DC.          

We’re looking for someone who is a forward-thinking leader and an experienced and collaborative-minded manager who can thrive in an environment of change. The successful candidate will be able to direct a strong, cohesive team, communicate clearly and effectively; and skillfully organize and manage multiple simultaneous projects with competing deadlines. 

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 The Colorado State Library is Hiring

Colorado State Librarian
Colorado Department of Education/State Library
Salary: $135,000 - $175,000
Closing Date: 11/30/2025

The Colorado State Librarian sets the vision for and ensures implementation of all activities of the Colorado State Library (CSL), including library development, resource sharing, talking books services, state publications, state institutions (including prison library facilities), community outreach, state and federal grants for library materials and services, research, and other programs that may be created or enhanced to improve library services statewide. The State Librarian oversees a staff of 40 employees, with an annual budget of approximately $10 million in state, federal, and other funds.

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The Library of Virginia is Hiring

Deputy State Librarian & Chief of Collections and Archives
Salary: Commensurate with experience

The Deputy serves in a dual capacity both as the second-most senior leader in the Library of Virginia and also the head of the Collections and Archives division that is at the heart of the Library. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of executive leadership skills necessary to be a successful deputy to the Librarian of Virginia, along with the expertise in collections and archives to enable a strategic revitalization in the division.

Serving as Deputy and Representative of the Library The ideal candidate will possess the executive presence and senior administrative experience to serve in the Librarian of Virginia’s absence. The Deputy will also serve as one of the Library’s most visible representatives to the public, donors, and other state agencies and entities. That work will include delivering presentations to a variety of public audiences, leading tours of the Library’s facilities and collections, and participating in the Library’s important donor relations.

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The Library of Michigan is Hiring

Library Consultant 14
Location: Lansing, MI
Salary: $78,353.60 - $110,884.80 Annually

This position serves as the Recognized Resource for the administration of the Library of Michigan’s virtual library - eLibrary (MeL). The State of Michigan virtual library, MeL, is approximately a four million-dollar anywhere, anytime library for Michigan residents that provides a variety of resources to all Michigan residents and libraries. MeL includes dozens of licensed electronic databases; a statewide resource sharing platform that allows patrons from more than 400 libraries to borrow materials from other libraries; training for users; as well as tools and marketing to support the educational and library community’s use of the program. The various resources are provided to users via the MeL.org website as well as directly from vendors. The statewide program involves multiple vendors, contracts, and stakeholders across the state. The position is responsible for the development of the program’s vision and strategies while overseeing the implementation of work by all parties to meet program goals.

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