The Harrison County Library System is looking for a skilled leader to become the next Head Librarian for Pass Christian, MS. To apply, please send an updated employment application, a current resume, and a cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the position to Sarah Crisler-Ruskey, Director @  s.ruskey@harrison.lib.ms.us.

Availability: November 17, 2025 until filled

Library: Pass Christian Public Library, 111 Hiern Avenue, Pass Christian, MS 39571

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Selects, supervises, trains, and evaluates (annually) staff in compliance with System personnel policies
• Attends local funder meetings and acts as liaison to local funding entity
• Works closely with Friends of the Library organization and other civic groups to enhance library capacity
• Responsible for selection of library materials according to System collection development policy
• Assists Director in preparing annual budget and informs Director of funding needs
• Directs local library expenditures under adopted annual budget
• Originates and submits purchase orders for equipment and supplies to the Director
• Responsible for directing requests for maintenance, repair, and security of library building and for maintenance of grounds to the proper entity
• Accountable for weekly cash report and local petty cash
• Responsible for reporting accurate monthly service statistics to Headquarters
• Responsible for programming to enhance library service
• Responsible for marketing library programs and services to the community via media and outreach
• Coordinates with Director and colleagues on system-wide concerns and planning
• Oversees the receipt, acknowledgement and disposition of gifts made to the local library and ensures compliance with System policies
• Attends professional meetings and other training opportunities to keep abreast of library trends
• Supervises use of meeting room and display cases in compliance with System policies
• Act as back-up to staff for meeting library service needs and may need to work desk and weekend shifts
• Other duties as needed or required by Director

Qualifications:

• ALA-accredited MLIS Degree or Bachelor’s Degree and appropriate experience
• Two years professional library experience
• Knowledge of library technology
• Thorough knowledge of public library philosophy
• Strong Commitment to public service
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent supervisory skills

This is a full-time, exempt position with a salary range of $37,960-$40,040 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include health, life, dental, and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays, participation in the state retirement system (PERS), annual and sick leave.